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Grammar: Prevent or avoid
Many practitioners of the English language struggle with word pairs that are seemingly interchangeable, and may just be so in some exceptional cases, but mostly there is a clear distinction between the correct use, and usage which will create grammatical turmoil.
English idioms: how they get distorted
The other day, a friend asked, “How do you spell towing the line as in the sense of complying? Is it toing or towing?
This is just one of many examples of how idioms become distorted over time.
Basic English: Four of the most common mistakes
In my job as a sub editor I come across so many basic errors in grammar and the use of unnecessary words.
These are exhibited by junior writers with no more than six months of cub training to senior writers and even contributors who are academics in their respective fields.
These are just a few of the most common.
Five word pairs to increase your word power
Today I’d like to share these word pairs that always confuse new writers. Not to sound arrogant there are plenty words in the English language that I need to check on for correct usage, despite considering myself an English language professional.
I have selected these five word pairs so that you can easily increase your word power.