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History of the Pound/Hash Sign
What's the history of this social media magic symbol? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Why You Shouldn't Plan
If you're writing something long, like a book or a research paper, I argue you shouldn't bother outlining. Learn why on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
The Most Important Part
When you're writing something new, where should you invest the most time? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
"On a Dime"
Where do we get this weird expression? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Bring Back Blunt Emails
No emojis. No unnecessary words. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Against Emoji in Emails
That smiley face isn't conveying what you think it is. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Contrary to Contranyms
In this age of government "sanctions," what does this word actually mean? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
How Many Spaces Belong After a Period?
Unless you're using a typewriter, the simple rule is usually better. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
History of the Percent Sign
No, it's not just a misprinted 100. And it's not a recent invention. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
The History of "OK"
There's a surprisingly interesting story behind one of our favorite abbreviations. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
OK, Okay, and o.k.
It's never OK to misspell "okay." Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
How to Capitalize Titles
Hint: It's not just the first word. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
A Bad Book Title
This book title is filled with grammar lessons. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
The "Enormity" of These Headlines
The Grammar Hall of Shame returns with this classic--and hilarious--word choice error.
Are Contractions Acceptable in Formal Writing?
You cannot be too careful ... or can you? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
The Return of the Biweekly Meeting
We're back with more workplace confusion on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
"Can" vs. "May" - The Case of the Electric Guitar
You CAN, but you MAY not. (Should you?) Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
When You Need an Apostrophe (And When You Don't)
Remember: Apostrophes do not make plurals. Ever. Learn more in today's episode of Grammar Minute!
How to Self-Edit
The trick to self-editing is making your words look like they aren't your own. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
The Passivity of the Passive Voice
Skip the passive voice. Stay active. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
The Eight Parts of Speech (In 60 Seconds)
Here's your entire high school grammar curriculum--in just 60 seconds!
Subjective vs. Objective Pronouns
People mix these up all the time ... but the difference is easier than you might think. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
When Is Concision Too Concise?
How can you tell when you've cut too many words out of your writing? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
RERUN- Fun Grammar Facts, Part 2
Did you know ...? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Valentine's Day (A Grammatical Special)
This Valentine's Day, impress your crush with impeccable grammar. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
RERUN - Fun Grammar Facts, Part I
Did you know ...? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
RERUN - Shared Apostrophes
How do you indicate that two people own the same item? Learn more about this special case of apostrophes on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
RERUN - Irregardless
"Irregardless" isn't a word. Learn why it's wrong on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
History of the @ (At Sign)
Hint: This punctuation marks long predates email. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
History of the & (Ampersand)
Where did this weird little squiggle come from? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!