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Grammar Instruction: How to Use a Colon

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Mastering the Art of Punctuation: How to Use a Colon Correctly Punctuation marks are like traffic signals for reading; they guide us on how to navigate sentences. Among these marks, the colon is a powerful tool that, when used properly, can add clarity, emphasis, and style to your writing. This article is a comprehensive guide to using colons correctly, aimed …

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How to Write Centuries and Decades in Academic Documents

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How to Write: Centuries and Decades in Academic Documents ASK THE EXPERTS Writing about centuries and decades can be confusing. Depending on where you look, you’ll find variations — such as Sixties, ’60s, 1960’s, 1960s, and so on. But which version should you use? If you’re writing an academic document, you often need to talk about the current century, since …

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Active Voice vs. Passive Voice

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Active Voice vs. Passive Voice A Comprehensive Guide Active voice and passive voice are two ways to structure sentences, each with its own clarity and focus. Believe it or not, but both active and passive have a purpose. You may have heard to always avoid passive voice, but that is simply bad advice. The key is to know both and …

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ChatGPT for Novel Editing: Read This First

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ChatGPT / AI Editing for Novels: Read This First Have you considered using ChatGPT or other AI tools for editing your novel? If so, be sure to consider the downsides as well — such as this sad, but true story. A Story of AI Disappointment  An aspiring novelist, who we’ll call “Sarah,” had spent years working on her debut novel. …

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Should LLC be Capitalized?

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Should LLC be Capitalized? Should the abbreviation “LLC” should always be capitalized? Yes. LLC stands for Limited Liability Company, a popular business structure that combines the flexibility of a partnership with the liability protection of a corporation. In this article, we’ll explore the nuances of capitalizing “LLC” in business documents. The Standard Rule As a general rule, “LLC” should be …

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Why PaperBlazer Outshines Upwork for Proofreading Service

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PaperBlazer vs. Upwork Why PaperBlazer Outshines Upwork You have many choices as a writer. One is Upwork, which offers a wide range of services. It’s a platform we admire for its diversity and flexibility, particularly when it comes to tasks like graphic design, web development, and more. However, when the need is proofreading services, a new champion emerges: PaperBlazer. In …

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Journal Article Proofreading / Editing Service

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Journal Article Proofreading & Editing Service In academics, written work matters. As you likely know already, the publication of journal articles is a critical component of academic success — serving as a medium to disseminate research findings, contribute to the body of knowledge, and establish the credibility of scholars. However, the path to publication is fraught with challenges, not least …

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Business Document Proofreading Service

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Business Document Proofreading Service In the fast-paced world of business, every detail counts. From proposals to reports, your written documents are a reflection of your professionalism and attention to detail. That’s why business document proofreading is crucial. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore why proofreading is essential for your business documents and provide tips on how to do it effectively. …

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Is “Is” a Verb?

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Q&A — Is “Is” a Verb? “Is” there any word more beloved than “is”? The question is often asked if “is” should be considered a verb or if it is part of another grammatical category — perhaps serving its own unique function.  Although the question is asked frequently, the answer is more straightforward than you might think: Yes, “is” is …

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PaperBlazer vs. a Proofreading App — Pros and Cons

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Why App Developers Can’t Skip Proofreading: The Case for PaperBlazer Over Any Proofreading App In the bustling world of app development, where every line of code counts, there’s one critical step that often gets overlooked: proofreading. Yes, even in a realm dominated by 1s and 0s, the power of well-crafted words stands strong. While the term “proofreading app” might pop …