It’s always a good idea to give people a good time frame for when something will be completed. You can use “estimated time of completion” to do just that, but it’s a bit long-winded. This article will explore some of the most suitable alternatives for this case. The preferred words are “ETA,” “duration,” and “time …
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If you’ve ever struggled with capitalization in your writing, you’ve come to the right place. Capitalizing after a question mark can seem a bit confusing at first, but we’ve got you covered. This article will fully explain what you need to know about it. Do You Capitalize After a Question Mark? You should always capitalize …
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Comma placement (or lack thereof) is important for certain grammatical structures. This article will explain whether commas are placed in the phrase “from x to y to z” (and variations of it that include different objects). Where To Place The Comma In “From X to Y to Z” You should not place a comma within …
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There are so many misconceptions and confusing parts of a sentence in the English language that sometimes we fail to notice or pay attention to. Like, is it ‘people that’ or ‘people who?’ Or are both correct? If you’re not sure and, if you’re curious, let’s find out. Is It ‘People Who’ Or ‘People That?’ …
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Possessive forms are easy enough to understand once you get to terms with the basics. This article will look into placing apostrophes in the word “thanks.” We’ll help you to understand whether it’s correct to do so to make sure you don’t get it wrong! Thanks or Thank’s or Thanks’? “Thanks” should be the only …
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The phrases “like I said” and “as I said” are examples of English phrases that are often used interchangeably. However, there is a difference in when you’re supposed to use each phrase. This article will hopefully clear up any confusion you may have by explaining when to use each phrase. Difference Between “Like I Said” …
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When writing formal essays, there are rules of English grammar that we need to follow. Sometimes, we need to change perspective, and instead of writing in the first person and saying ‘we,’ we need to stay in the third person. So, what are the best alternatives to saying ‘we?’ There are many alternatives to saying …
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Dates might seem like simple things only written in one format, but this is not the case. Funnily enough, there are a few different formats out there that exist based on where you are in the world. This article will look into the different formats available for dates. What Is The Correct Way To Write …
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When opening a letter or email, you’ll often use some kind of friendly salutation. It’s a great way to show that you’re polite and respectful when the recipient starts reading. This article will explore what words you might be able to use when you close a letter too. The preferred words are “valediction,” “closing,” and …
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Some words in the English language are spelled differently in the different regions that use the English language. The word “aunty” or “auntie” is one of these words. Aunty or Auntie – Which is Correct? Both “aunty” and “auntie” are correct and recognized by various dictionaries. Both terms are used informally to refer to an …
