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Fairer or More Fair

Posted on March 6, 2024 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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Be careful using “as well as.”

Posted on December 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.

“As well as” is not equivalent to “and” in writing. It means “in addition to.” Words joined by “and” have the same value. So, Bees, ants, and flies help pollinate flowers in the garden. Bobby, Tommy, and Ruth are going … Continue reading →

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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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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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