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03/26/19

How to refer to myself in a research paper?
Okay so I have collected personal spending data of myself and significant other over a period of 6 months. I'm quite happy with the data and would like to present it and write it up as a research... more
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03/26/19

What would be a thesis statement for an essay about how college is worth the cost?
I’m writing a essay on if college is worth the cost & i need help on my thesis :) .
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Writing Reading

03/25/19

Why is English written and read left to right?
Why is English written and read from left-to-right as opposed to right-to-left, top-to-bottom, or (not even sure any language does this) bottom-to-top?
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03/25/19

Are there any references that the English language is written and read from left to right and from top to bottom?
What is the basis this?I have practically done hours of research and I couldn't find any source or reference about this.I AM NOT ASKING WHY. I AM ASKING FOR A REFERENCE.
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Writing

03/25/19

Breeding herd of cattle in the pasture?
It is correct to use: breeding herd of cattle in the pasture.
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Writing

03/25/19

Tone vs. "shade"?
- "Tone" and "shade" seem to refer to the darkness or brightness of a thing. So do they mean the same thing? Where is it proper to use each of them? - When describing a person's skin, what is the... more
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03/25/19

Which techniques can I use to become a better editor when editing my own writing?
I'm looking to improve my ability to edit and correct my own writing. What are some techniques I can use to help me with this?
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Writing

03/25/19

Should there be a period after an equation?
This isn't a pure English question, but it _is_ about writing style: Sometimes entities that aren't words end up being in sentences. I know that when mathematical expressions are inline as... more
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03/25/19

Do I have any control over the grammar of my novel?
English grammar is generally pretty black and white, but there are a few areas under debate. For instance, should a series of three have one or two commas? For example: >The coach was black,... more
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Writing

03/25/19

What is the difference between "solidus" and "slash"?
I was reading a text, and I found the word _solidus_. What is a solidus? Is the word normally used in everyday language, or is there another word that replaces _solidus_ even if it's not the... more
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Writing

03/25/19

How to punctuate an answer to a question when the answer is also a question?
The title to this question is sort of long-winded but the example here should clarify it. Which of these is correct? 1. Who should be baby-sitting your children, your neighborhood teenagers or... more
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Writing

03/25/19

Capitalization of "the Company"?
I am writing a business plan. It is lengthy, so instead of always mentioning the company by its full name, I will write, "the company provides...". Another writer wants me to capitalize "The... more
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Writing

03/25/19

How does a signature develop?
In English, unlike in many other languages, signatures are typically very different from ordinary handwriting. A signature will often display all kinds of wild flourishes and elision of forms and... more
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Writing

03/25/19

Short story with these words

How to use ridge wedge budgerigar budget dodge edge nudge lodge judge sludge into story please help
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Writing

03/24/19

Location of day of week in non-U.S. long format dates?
In the United States, the long/expanded/full form of a date with day of the week is: Monday, February 24, 2014 I understand in other countries the long date form is often: 24 February 2014 So... more
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Writing

03/24/19

“Confusing modifiers” reported where none are found?
I have a sentence: > Take a look at this math problem and try to so solve it. The Grammar Checker told me: “This sentence contains Issue: Confusing modifiers.” But where?
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03/24/19

Using "and" twice in a list?
About using *and*, I've learned it is usually used in lists, between the last two items. For example: >I like movies, traveling *and* going out with friends. Please tell me if the use of... more
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03/24/19

Correct way of linking arabic numerals and their written-out variants (in official documents)*?
In official documents, numbers are first written in arabic numerals, and then they are immediately written out with words. This is to make certain no fraud can be made. (I assume.) What is the... more
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Writing

03/24/19

Versus versus "vs." in writing?
In writing, when should one use the abbreviation "vs." as opposed to the full "versus"? This abbreviation seems to have special status from common usage. What is the origin of that, and in what... more
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Writing

03/24/19

Why is the pronoun "I" written with an uppercase letter, even when it's not at the beginning of a sentence?
In the following sentence, the pronoun _I_ is written capitalized, even if it is not at the beginning of a sentence. Why? > What kind of questions can **I** ask here? should I capitalize all... more
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Writing

03/24/19

How to use "supposed to", in particular while writing official letter to ask for leave?
How do we use *supposed to*? In particular, should I use this while writing an official letter to ask for leave?
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Writing

03/24/19

Should "and" be on the following line?
If a sentence contains the word "and" at a place where it needs to continue on the next line, should the "and" be put at the end of that line or at the beginning of the next line? >... more
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03/24/19

Rewriting a scifi story to fit with actual science, should I do it as I go?
Rewriting a scifi story to fit with actual science, should I do it as I go, or just write first and make the needed changes while editing?My world exists in my mind, clear and palpable. but I am... more
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Writing

03/24/19

Are both "in regards to" and "regarding to" correct?
Do _in regards to_ and _regarding to_ imply different meanings or is it okay to use them interchangeably? Example: > This mail is in regards to your inquiry. > This mail is regarding to... more
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Writing

03/24/19

Use of ! to convey sarcasm vs. emphasis?
One, two or even three exclamation marks are often added, especially in e-mail, to convey emphasis to phrases such as _Thanks!_, or _No problem!_. My problem is that in British English, you could... more
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