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Making the First Paragraph Count: The Hook
How to push past that first blank page and write a strong essay introduction, starting with the hook.

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Nov 23, 20235 min read
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Hyphens are Difficult . . . and What's A Dash?
Guiding principles for using the hyphen, the en dash, and the em dash.

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Mar 9, 20234 min read
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Which or That? Whom or Who? Distinguishing Relative Pronouns
Reviewing the rules for two pairs of relative pronouns that are often confused with one another.

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Dec 15, 20224 min read
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How to Use a Colon: More Information to Follow
A guide to using the colon correctly.

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Oct 27, 20224 min read
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Grammar Myths: Bad Grammar vs. Stylistic Choices
Putting to rest four common grammar myths.

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Jul 21, 20224 min read
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The Oxford Comma Doesn't Save Lives (But It Makes Them Easier)
A case for how the Oxford comma can still benefit writers and, consequently, their readers.

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May 26, 20224 min read
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Cut the Fluff: Reducing Wordiness
Three tips to help reduce wordiness in your writing.

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Apr 28, 20223 min read
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Let's Talk About the Dreaded Semicolon
How to use the semicolon accurately and confidently in your writing.

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Mar 24, 20223 min read
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4 Last-Minute Ways to Improve Your Essay
How to improve your essay on a tight deadline.

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Feb 24, 20222 min read
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