The English language has plenty of words and phrases that have been confusing users of the language. It has variations in grammar usage, punctuation, and even spelling of the words and the formation of sentences in the language. One great example of this is the confusion of using ” I would appreciate” or ” I …
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Making sure we understand the rules associated with using commas is essential in English. If you want your writing to flow correctly, you’ll need to understand the comma rules. In this article, we’ll look at how commas apply to the word “unfortunately” in various ways. Should I Place A Comma Before Or After “Unfortunately”? “Unfortunately” …
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Whenever we use the phrase “one or more” to quantify something, we should make sure we’re using “is” or “are” correctly afterward. In this article, we’ll look at which one is correct and which language rules apply to make this the case. “One Or More Is” Or “One Or More Are”: Which Is Correct? “One …
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The differences between the phrases “in recent years” and “in the recent years” are important. You should know how to use them and which one is the better phrase (as well as what some better alternatives might be). In this article, we’ll talk you through how to use them. Should You Use “In Recent Years” …
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Using the reflexive pronoun “himself” is how we talk about “him” in a reflexive manner. However, you might also come across it in the sense of “he himself.” In this case, we’re using it as an intensifier. In this article, we’ll explain when it’s best to use “he himself.” Is “He Himself” Grammatically Correct? “He …
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Using the word “welcome” can be split into the adjective form and the verb form. Ensuring you know the difference between these two forms and when to use them is a key part of a better understanding of English rules. In this article, we’ll explain the difference. Do You Say Welcome Or Welcomed? “Welcome” should …
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It’s a fairly common myth in written English that you can’t start a sentence with a coordinating conjunction. “As” falls under this category, but it is possible to start a sentence with “as” whenever it works for you. In this article, we’ll explain when it’s best to use it. Can You Start A Sentence With …
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When you’re on a computer, you might be asked to “click” a button. But, you could also be asked to “click on” a button. Today, we’ll explore the difference between clicking something and clicking on something. Difference Between “Click” Vs. “Click On” To use “click on” and “click” correctly, use “click on” is for something …
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Sometimes, the past tense is more confusing than some of us may initially think. Of course, there are plenty of times when it’s easy to know the past tense of a sentence. But, when talking about “had ran” or “had run”, it can get a little bit confusing. Is It Had Ran Or Had Run? …
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Often when we’re told that we can say the same thing in a variety of different ways, it’s not always meant literally. And today, we’ll be looking at the difference between “It’s not” and “It isn’t”. “It’s Not” Vs “it Isn’t”: What’s The Correct “It Is Not” Contraction? BOTH “It isn’t” and “It’s not” are …
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