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Dangling Modifiers: An Explanation and Guide for Editing
Alexandra DuSablon Alexandra DuSablon

Dangling Modifiers: An Explanation and Guide for Editing

Danglers are words/phrases that are mistakenly associated with the wrong word in a sentence. They are usually considered grammatically incorrect and make your writing sound unclear. I'll demonstrate how you can edit dangling modifiers with some clear examples!

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Subject-Verb Agreement: Or/nor
Alexandra DuSablon Alexandra DuSablon

Subject-Verb Agreement: Or/nor

Learn more about the subject-verb agreement when it comes to sentences with compound subjects containing “or” or “nor.”

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Happy Holidays from . . . Who Now?
Alexandra DuSablon Alexandra DuSablon

Happy Holidays from . . . Who Now?

A quick grammar run-down on the most common errors that appear in holiday cards and letters. Learn about pluralizing last names, tricky possessives, and capitalization rules.

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