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Grammar and Language Skills

Key resources to improve your language and grammar skills.

How to fix passive voice (and other common issues)

Knowing how to fix passive voice and other common grammar and style issues ensures a cleaner, more impactful draft. Read 7 tips for improving weak writing style: 7 ways to make your language more active: Fix passive voice not used for effect Substitute weak verbs Avoid unintended tautolog...

September 7th, 2020

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Adjectives for description: 60 precise words

Finding the right adjectives for description is tough. Try these 7 tips, and create your own describing word dictionary: What is an adjective? Adjectives are parts of speech used to modify nouns. They describe and make people and things more specific. How do you identify an adjective? ...

June 11th, 2025

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Common Writing Errors to Avoid at All Costs

Nothing pulls readers out of a story faster than a glaring error. Learn the most common writing errors and how to avoid them.

May 9th, 2025

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