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Migrants and Immigrants

Posted on June 20, 2022 by The dutty is "the ground," the foundation, the earth--just like words are part of the foundation on which I build my life.

They are used interchangeably, but they have different meanings. Continue reading →

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One is just like the other

Posted on June 7, 2022 by The dutty is "the ground," the foundation, the earth--just like words are part of the foundation on which I build my life.
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Quick Tip to Go: The Hyphen

Posted on May 23, 2022 by The dutty is "the ground," the foundation, the earth--just like words are part of the foundation on which I build my life.

Got to make your deadline? Hyphen use stressing you? Here’s a basic rule to know. Continue reading →

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How To Use “Zhuzh”

Posted on April 25, 2022 by The dutty is "the ground," the foundation, the earth--just like words are part of the foundation on which I build my life.

Look for zhuzh to make it into all the major dictionaries in the near future! Continue reading →

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A Word on “Writ Large”

Posted on March 24, 2022 by The dutty is "the ground," the foundation, the earth--just like words are part of the foundation on which I build my life.

When do you use “writ large” and/or “writ small” in your writing? Continue reading →

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