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Passed vs. Past: Unraveling the Confusion

Passed vs. Past: Unraveling the Confusion

Posted on March 18, 2024 by Richard

Passed vs. Past: Unraveling the Confusion Have you ever found yourself second-guessing whether to use “passed” or “past” in a sentence? You’

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110 websites every writer should know

110 websites every writer should know

Posted on March 16, 2024March 19, 2025 by Richard

10 websites every writer should know, covering everything from writing tools and blogs to news and community forums.

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183 poetry elements and their definitions

183 poetry elements and their definitions

Posted on March 12, 2024February 14, 2025 by Richard

183 poetry elements and their definitions: Poetry is a rich and diverse art form that has captivated human hearts and minds for centuries.

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Mastering the Difference Between "That" and "Which" in Your Writing

Difference between that and which?

Posted on March 11, 2024May 9, 2024 by Richard

What is the difference between that and which? As a writer, you may have stumbled upon the dilemma of choosing between “that” and “which”

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He said she said

Beyond “He Said, She Said”

Posted on March 9, 2024 by Richard

However, relying too heavily on the standard “he said” and “she said” tags can make your writing feel repetitive and monotonous.

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The Difference Between "Lay" and "Lie"

The Difference Between “Lay” and “Lie”

Posted on March 7, 2024 by Richard

Know the difference between Lay and lie, one of the most common grammar mistakes that even seasoned writers make is confusing

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They're, Their, and There Understanding the Differences and Mastering Usage

They’re, Their, and There: Understanding the Differences and Mastering Usage

Posted on March 4, 2024 by Richard

They’re, Their, and There: Understanding the Differences and Mastering Usage Introduction: The English language is full of homophones

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Who vs whom

Who vs. Whom: What’s the Difference and When Should You Use Each?

Posted on February 27, 2024 by Richard

Who vs. Whom: What’s the Difference and When Should You Use Each? Many people find who and whom confusing. Knowing when to use each one, however, can help you write more clearly while avoiding a common grammatical mistake. In this post, I’ll explain the fundamental difference between who and whom, when to use each one,…

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Then vs. Than What's the Difference

Then vs. Than: What’s the Difference?

Posted on February 25, 2024 by Richard

Then vs. Than: What’s the Difference? Then and than have distinct roles: Then – Indicates time or sequence.

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Who’s vs Whose: What’s the Difference?

Posted on February 22, 2024February 24, 2024 by Richard

Who’s vs Whose: What’s the Difference? It’s a common grammar mistake – using “who’s” when you really mean

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What is the difference between Affect and Effect?

What is the difference between Affect and Effect?

Posted on February 21, 2024February 24, 2024 by Richard

What is the difference between Affect and Effect? Untangling “Affect” vs. “Effect” Few grammar mistakes invite as much confusion as mix-ups between “affect” and “effect.” Even experienced writers struggle with correctly distinguishing between these two words. However, understanding when to use “affect” vs. “effect” can greatly improve your writing clarity. The key difference lies in…

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A Guide to Writer's Block

A Guide to Writer’s Block

Posted on February 16, 2024 by Richard

Welcome to a guide to writer’s block. We hope it helps. Writer’s block is a temporary psychological inability to begin or continue work on

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10 Ways You Should Use Clichés

10 Ways You Should Use Clichés

Posted on January 19, 2024 by Richard

10 Ways You Should Use Clichés: Writers know it’s generally best practice to avoid overused clichéd phrases in their prose to come

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How to Speed Up Your Writing

How to Speed Up Your Writing

Posted on January 16, 2024 by Richard

Do you want to know how to speed up your writing? Do you envy those writers who can churn out thousands upon thousands of polished

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Productivity Tips for Writers

Productivity Tips for Writers

Posted on January 9, 2024 by Richard

Productivity Tips for Writers: For writers, productivity is a vital part of the job. Consistent writing at a productive pace

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