Hanukkah or Chanukah—One Holiday with Two Spellings
’Tis the season to be merry! It’s the time of year to wish friends and family, far and wide, a wonderful season’s greeting. It’s a…
What Is a Comma Splice?
In today’s world of texting and internet messaging, it’s easy to sacrifice quality writing and proper grammar for speed. As long as the person reading…
I Am Uninterested in Your Disinterest: Uninterested vs. Disinterested
Uninterested and disinterested are often used interchangeably, and yet they have two very distinct meanings. Pretty interesting, right? Or perhaps you’re uninterested in the uninterested…
What Is a Noun?
If you’re asking yourself, “What is a noun?,” you’re wrestling with one of the fundamentals of grammar. A noun is arguably the most essential part…
Knowledge Bomb Imminent: Eminent vs. Imminent
Prepare for your brain to grow…the arrival of new grammar knowledge is now imminent! As is the case with many words that sound similar, it…
NaNoWriMo like a Pro: How to Write a Novel in One Month
November is National Novel Writing month, and it’s here! Have you ever dreamed of writing a novel but feel you don’t have time to get…
What Is a Run-On Sentence?
Few grammatical blunders are as irritating as the run-on sentence. In fact, they can be downright hazardous to your health if you’re reading aloud. Unless…
Metaphors and Similes
There is such power in language—it shapes our ideas and reflects them. It can inspire or infuriate, heal or damage, inform or confuse. And it…
Commas and Conjunctions
No one wants to think too hard about comma use, but then you’re faced with a research paper or you have to write a company…
Collaboration vs. Cooperation: Work with Me Here, Will You?
In the business world, the words “collaboration” and “cooperation” are commonly used interchangeably, without regard to their unique meanings. Look at any job description, and…
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