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12 Oct 2023
Hello, wordsmiths! πŸ–‹οΈ Elevate your writing game with daily tips & exercises. Don't miss out on mastering the art of writing and grammar. Subscribe now and transform your words! πŸ“· #WritingCommunity #GrammarGuru #WriteBetterEveryDay πŸ“· bit.ly/dwtnewsletter

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"Font" or "fount" of wisdom – what's your pick? πŸ€” "Fount" suggests wisdom flows like a spring, while "font" hints at a basin or even typeface! A lot of people are debating the correct usage of this one. What's your take on this? #LanguageDebateπŸ‘€
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🚨 Are you ready for a quiz about proverbs? Choose the proverb that best fills the blank in the sentence below. 🚨 Here's the sentence: When Sallie published a Facebook post about the quarrel she had with her husband, I told her that she shouldn’t ______________. A. upset the apple-cart B. wash her dirty linen in public C. time is anger's medicine

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Diving into the grammar of matrimony with six essential words. πŸ’–πŸ“ #MarriageGrammar #GrammarOfLove
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Grammar alert! 🚨Watch out for the "despite" dilemmaβ€”it's a preposition, not a conjunction. Native speakers can stumble too! Examples to avoid and fixes: 🚫 "They can't get good medical attention, despite they need it badly." βœ… "Despite his objections, Gov. LePage lets the budget fix take effect." Tip: Correct bloopers by adding "the fact" after "despite" or swap it with "although." Despite's a multitasker, but today, it's all about its preposition prowess.

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Did you know the right order of adjectives is crucial? It's why we say 'a big red ball' not 'a red big ball'. Nailing this can transform your English, making your expressions clearer and more fluent. πŸ‘ #GrammarRules #EnglishLearning #GrammarFAQS
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Are you ever curious about the punctuation mark that frequently leads to common grammar mistakes? Throw me some examples! 🧐
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🚨 QUIZ TIME 🚨 Slang is a colorful aspect of language, but it is not appropriate in every setting. Choose the correct alternative wording for the slang expressions in this sentence. No wonder she was so wired; I saw her drink eight cups of coffee before noon.
9% focused
82% overstimulated
5% intent
5% absorbed
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The correct answer here is overstimulated!
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Here's a question: Is "as well as" equivalent to "and"? πŸ€” According to Meriam Webster, it is. But The Chicago Manual of Style begs to differ. What's your take on this?

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If he said no, I'm calling the police. πŸ˜‚
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Encountering misspelled words is always an eyesore. Can you relate? What are the misspelled words that really get on your nerves?πŸ€”
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Are you ready for a quiz? πŸ€” Choose the possessive form that agrees with its antecedent. Sentence: Every member of the Girl Scout troop received ____ proficiency rating in welding. A. their B. her C. its D. his
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Master the Subjunctive for expressing hypotheticals and unreal conditions. It adds a touch of sophistication to your language use. But be careful about its proper usage! 🧐 Mistake: "If I was you, I'd do it differently." Correction: "If I were you, I'd do it differently."
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From 'stand up' to 'stand for,' delving into the dynamic phrasal verbs around 'stand.' πŸ“˜ Which one resonates with you the most? Share your thoughts! #EnglishExpressions
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Here's a question: Is it correct to place a semicolon before "however" and a comma after it? 🧐

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Today, we delve into the fascinating origins and usage of 'et cetera' and 're:' – two Latin phrases intertwined with our written language. Share your experiences and best practices for effectively incorporating these expressions!
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Can you see the importance of spelling now? πŸ˜‚ πŸ“Έ CTTO
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πŸ“Š #GrammarPoll time: Which is correct?
13% I could care less.
87% I couldn't care less.
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These animal expressions bring a wild twist to the English language. Which one's your favorite?
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