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Word Choice: One vs. Won

It’s easy to mix up the words “one” and “won” because they sound the same,...

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Superscript, Subscript and Strikethrough in Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word has options to apply superscript, subscript, and strikethrough to text in a document....

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How to Cite an Online Video in Vancouver Referencing

The Vancouver referencing style is widely used in scientific and medical papers. But how do...

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How to Create a Dissertation Outline Plan

Before writing up your dissertation or thesis, it’s important to plan everything first. One way...

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8 Feline Phrases for International Cat Day

Today, August 8, is International Cat Day. Why do cats have an international day? Because...

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Word Choice: Weather vs. Whether

The words “weather” and “whether” sound alike, but they’re spelled differently and have different meanings....

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Heck and Darn! How and When to Swear in Writing

Authors use swear words in writing for various reasons, including to express strong emotions, add...

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How to Cite an Online Image in Harvard Referencing

Want to use an image you found online in your academic writing? Read our guide...

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Style Guides: What Is AP Style?

“AP style” refers to The Associated Press Stylebook, a style guide used in journalism and...

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Grammar Tips: Subjects and Predicates

When you write, it’s important to use correct grammar. This includes writing in complete sentences....

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Word Choice: Buy, Bye or By?

The words “buy,” “bye,” and “by” look and sound similar. These terms are all used...

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How to Type Fractions in Microsoft Word

Fractions are used in all sorts of writing, from science and math papers to financial...

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