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How to Decide Whether to Use “Is” or “Are”
Applying the verb to different subjects and objects might cause confusion, especially when referring to a plurality. Here is a guide to help you determine whether to use are or is.
Irregular Plural Nouns—Rules to Help You Form the Plural
Certain words don’t follow the general plural noun rules, which are adding an –s or –es at the end of the noun, and these are called irregular plural nouns.
Saying “All of a Sudden” vs. “All of the Sudden”
If you’ve ever read an old detective paperback or suspense novel, you’re almost certainly already familiar with the phrase “all of a sudden.” It’s used to denote an event that occurs as a surprise or in an unguarded moment.
Then vs. Than—Do You Know When to Use Each?
In English, there are words that differ in a single sound, but this apparently small difference makes a huge one, in the meaning of these words. One of the most popular homophones is definitely “then and than.”
“My Apology” Or “My Apologies”—How to Use These Phrases Correctly
Both phrases for apologizing are correct, but they are used on different occasions.
When to Use a Comma Before “While”?
There are several principles to keep in mind when using a comma before while.
The Meaning of Comradery and Camaraderie
One on the slightly more formal side is comradery, often spelled camaraderie. It frequently denotes people who are united in a certain cause or interest, sometimes political or social, and suggests their regular collaboration to further that interest.
Understanding the Gerund Phrase and How to Use It
It is a phrase made of a gerund and other words that act as a noun. The other words that accompany the gerund include objects or modifiers. The entire phrase acts as a noun, functioning as an object, subject, or subject complement in the sentence.
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