The language of time and space
The language of time and space Scholars have been investigating the nature of humanity for several millennia. The fields of linguistics,...
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Should you capitalise animal species and breed names?
If you have ever read an article about cats or dogs, the chances are that you have encountered one of the most common errors in written...
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Sandwiches and silhouettes – famous eponyms are everywhere
Sandwiches and silhouettes – famous eponyms are everywhere An eponym is a word that is derived from the proper name of a real or...
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The problem with English plurals
The problem with English plurals English grammar is complex, contradictory and downright confusing! There are many aspects of the...
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English grammar: common areas of confusion
English grammar: common areas of confusion English is a complex language with inconsistent grammar. It is inevitable that mistakes happen...
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abuse of the word like
Do I, like, sound really stupid? All languages change and transform over time. The rate at which languages change is accelerating as the...
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An English conundrum – that or which?
An English conundrum – that or which? 日本語はこちらをクリックしてください Table of contents An English conundrum – that or which? Defining clauses...
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The problem with dangling modifiers
The problem with dangling modifiers Often causing confusion and sometimes a little hilarity, dangling (misplaced) modifiers are...
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Homophones – For want of a better word
Homophones – For want of a better word If you are trying to be as good as your word, it pays to choose the right word in the first place....
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All about acronyms and initialisms
All about acronyms and initialisms The modern world is infested with acronyms and organisations named by their initials, both acronyms...
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Common grammatical errors – part 1
Common grammatical errors-part 1 Whatever the nature of your business, you rely on the written word to convey your messages. From reports...
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