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Secrets of the dictionary

Posted on August 14, 2023 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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Avoid Underlining

Posted on May 1, 2023 by The dutty is "the ground," the foundation, the earth--just like words are part of the foundation on which I build my life.

Underlining is okay in display art and advertising. Use italics in text instead. Continue reading →

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Special Uses for Plural

Posted on April 13, 2023 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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Choose: Since or Because

Posted on March 14, 2023 by The dutty is "the ground," the foundation, the earth--just like words are part of the foundation on which I build my life.

There’s a place for “since’ and a place for “because.” Put your best word forward! Continue reading →

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Is It I or Is It Me?

Posted on February 27, 2023 by The dutty is "the ground," the foundation, the earth--just like words are part of the foundation on which I build my life.

Here’s an easy hack to help you decide Continue reading →

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