Writing & Speaking Tips

Choose vs. Select – What’s the Difference? (UK vs. US)

When picking an item, do you say “Choose” or “Select”? For many people, those words are synonyms that can be used interchangeably. But are they really? Also, are they used differently in the UK and the US? If so, we want to know what that difference is. Choose vs. Select – What’s the Difference? “Choose” …

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Birdy or Birdie – Which Spelling Is Correct? (+Examples)

Diminutives can be tricky sometimes. For example, when describing a small bird, should we say “Birdy” or “Birdie”? Actually, we’d like to know if both “Birdy” and “Birdie” as words we can use, what’s their meaning and how can we use them. Birdy or Birdie – Which Spelling Is Correct? “Birdie” is the diminutive of …

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Also Have or Have Also – Which Is Correct? (Helpful Examples)

Sometimes, changing the placement of a word can change the meaning of a sentence or make it incorrect. Sometimes, it doesn’t really matter, and it’s all about the writer or speaker’s preference. When it comes to “Also Have” and “Have Also”, does it make a difference? Let’s find out! Also Have or Have Also – …

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Also Has or Has Also – Which Is Correct? (Helpful Examples)

“Has” is a versatile word. It can appear in many ways, sometimes even changing the meaning of the sentence or affecting the message we’re trying to convey. When it comes to “Also Has” and “Has Also”, does it make a difference if we change the order of the words? Also Has or Has Also – …

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9 Best Follow-Up Emails for a Letter of Recommendation

Waiting for a letter of recommendation can be painful, especially if the deadline for it is fast approaching. This article will look at some suitable ways you can email your professor to follow up on your letter of recommendation to make sure they’ll complete it. The preferred emails are “just a quick note to thank …

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9 Correct Titles for Someone with a Master’s Degree (Formal)

When writing formally, it’s a good idea to include relevant titles. If someone is a doctor, you should highlight it, for example. You might also want to know about the titles used for someone with a Master’s degree. This article will help you with that. The preferred titles are M.A., MBA, and MSc. There are …

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