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RERUN: It's Not Unlikely That You've Seen This Before
The dreaded "not un-" construction returns in today's rerun episode of Grammar Minute.
Inflammable: In Flames or Un-Flammable?
Inflammable. Incombustible. Thanks, English. Learn the difference on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Imply vs. Infer
Who ate the last cookie--and what am I implying? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
RERUN: Hoot Owls, Humans, and the Who/Whom Debate
Humans and hoot owls have some vocabulary in common. Learn how to use the "owl words" correctly in today's episode of Grammar Minute!
RERUN: Cats & Compound Nouns
If Hadrian and Mittens are sitting in front of the fire, could it be that Hadrian or Mittens ... are going to get up and eat dinner? Find out on today's (rerun) episod...
Is English Really That Hard?
It could always be worse ... right? Find out more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Should You Put a Comma Before "And?"
Like most things in English: It depends. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
SPECIAL EPISODE: Interview with Dr. Hugh Ross, Author of The Creator and the Cosmos
Tune in today for a science and faith-filled conversation with author and astrophysicist Dr. Hugh Ross, of Reasons to Believe.
Corporations Aren't Alive (Singular "They")
"They" used in the singular sense has a long and complicated history. Here's one instance where it definitely doesn't work.
Incomplete Comparisons
"Mechanical pencils are just better." Well, yes--but better than what? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Does Your Story Really Need an Ellipsis?
The answer is probably no. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Recap: "Affect" vs. "Effect"
Your affect will show how effectively you understand the difference between "affect" and "effect." Test your English savvy on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
"Enamored of" or "Enamored With?"
Preposition alert! "Enamored" can be used without an object, but the more common usage requires a preposition. The only problem is, which one should you choose? Find o...
How to Get What You Want
It's back to school season, and that means it's time to start sending emails. Here are a few quick tips and tricks to make sure your emails are well-received!
You Were Being Chased--By An Alligator!
Sentence order matters. Learn why on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Run, Forrest, Run--But Not Too Far!
Banish run-on sentences with these tips from today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Way Back Then Was Better Than You Thought
Then. Than. Thaen? Learn the difference between these words on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
What Do You Mean, There's No Grammar Minute?!
English is weird. Really weird--even weirder than I can explain in almost 100 episodes. Learn how to get your questions answered on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
"She laughed softly" or "she softly laughed?"
Weirdly put. Put weirdly? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Why "an hour" but not "a hotel?"
It's strange--but easy. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
"Mean You" - Subjective vs. Objective
"Mean you" are going to the grocery store. Say it with me: What? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Commas After Adverbs
Actually, you might not need that comma. Especially if you're writing conversationally. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
SPECIAL EPISODE: Interview with YA Science Fiction Author Lyndsey Lewellen
Where's the best spot to write a book? How do you ask for book blurbs, beta readers, and more? Join me for a conversation with Lyndsey Lewellen, author of the just-rel...
Single-Sentence Paragraphs
It's official: One-sentence paragraphs are the new sliced bread. (Or is that a case of mixed metaphors?) Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute, and don't for...
SPECIAL EPISODE: Interview with Cathy McCrumb, Science Fiction Author
Join me for a conversation with Cathy McCrumb, author of the Children of the Consortium science fiction series! We'll cover everything from what it's like to be a firs...
Preposition Endings - When You Don't Need Them
Welcome back to another episode of the Grammar Hall of Shame! This unremarkable entry showcases the blandness of short prepositions. For more tips and tricks, visit th...
Diaereses: The Best of Diacritical Marks
Hats off to this underrated, so-called "archaic" punctuation mark that can make pronunciation a whole lot easier. For more tips and tricks, visit thegrammarminute.com.
The Compelling Case for Admirable Adjectives
"Good." "Bad." "Fine." "Very." Learn how to banish these overused words from your lexicon in today's episode of Grammar Minute.
The Infamous "Not Un-"
It's not unlikely that you've seen this construction before ... but here's to hoping you never see it again. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute, and visit...
The Magic of "Iff"
I sneeze if I pet cats, but I become joyful iff I pet cats. Learn the difference on today's episode of Grammar Minute, and visit thegrammarminute.com for more tips and...