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That vs. Which: Which Word Should You Use?

Should you use that or which in this sentence? The debate can confound some writers, but the answer may actually depend on where you live.

Writers sometimes hear they should “never use adverbs.” We think that’s a bit silly. Here’s why you might sometimes need an adverb or two.

Have you ever stared at a sentence and wondered, “How do commas work anyway?” This guide is for you! We take a look at all things comma here.

Some people will tell you the singular they is grammatically incorrect. As the evolution of English shows, they couldn’t be more wrong.

Do you have a word you use too much? You might have stumbled on one of the “dead words.” What are they and how can you avoid them?