Questions tagged [editing]
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What is the proper way to add or correct a word in another person's quote?
I am trying to add a missing word in another person's quote. What is the proper way to do this?
Brenda
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What is Copy-Editing?
I know that proof readingis when someone read an article over and over again to fix grammar mistake(s) and or spelling error(s). But I am somehow confused that what the difference is with copy-editing? Is there something additional in copy-editing…
lonesome
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Rephrasing a Run-on Sentence
I am having trouble phrasing some of my thoughts into a decent sounding sentence. I particularly do not like the use of and twice: I believe this may make the sentence a run-on. Also in previous English classes I have been advised against using…
kmb385
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Is the use of a comma appropriate here, and can there be a clause after a comma without a subject?
I am sure that this is very simple, but apparently it is not for me. Hopefully someone can help.
i am proofing a book in CMOS. Often the writer extends a sentence by using a comma before a second clause without a subject:
The courts want to make…
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Is the usage of 'of course' correct in this sentence?
Is the usage of of course correct in this sentence? Is it the right context?
After 60 blissful years, even today, all the school memories are
still vivid and heartwarming. Of course, happy memories never wear
out.
Sivani
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