wrong side of write

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0When to Hyphenate Shit — wrong side of write

2022-04-21 •

The blog post humorously addresses the common misuse of hyphens, emphasizing the importance of using them correctly. It outlines the four most common uses for hyphens: forming compound words, creating compound modifiers, attaching...

0Write Like You Talk — wrong side of write

2021-12-22 •

The blog post discusses the importance of writing in a conversational tone, similar to how one speaks, to avoid sounding overly formal or robotic. It emphasizes using contractions, slang, and varying sentence structures to keep wr...

0Is “Login” One Word or Two? — wrong side of write

2021-11-05 •

The blog post humorously explains the difference between 'login' and 'log in,' highlighting that 'login' is used as a noun while 'log in' is used as a verb. The author emphasizes the complexity and inconsistency of the English lan...

0Waiting on “If” — wrong side of write

2021-10-22 •

The blog post discusses the detrimental impact of the word 'if' on creativity, highlighting how it serves as a coping mechanism for fears and insecurities. The author argues that 'if' allows people to make excuses and avoid respon...

0Less vs. Fewer — wrong side of write

2021-09-30 •

The blog post humorously addresses the common confusion between 'less' and 'fewer' in English grammar. It explains that 'less' is used for uncountable nouns, while 'fewer' is for countable nouns. The author provides examples to il...

0When to Apostrophize Shit — wrong side of write

2021-09-08 •

The blog post humorously addresses the common misuse of apostrophes, emphasizing their three correct uses: showing possession, forming contractions, and omitting letters. It provides examples for each use and warns against using a...

0Why You Suck at Writing — wrong side of write

2021-09-06 •

The blog post humorously discusses the concept of 'shitty' writing, distinguishing between objectively and subjectively poor writing. Objectively poor writing is characterized by bad grammar, structure, and pacing, making it diffi...

0Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Initialisms — wrong side of write

2021-07-19 •

The blog post humorously explores the differences between abbreviations, acronyms, and initialisms. Abbreviations are described as shortened versions of words, often used for convenience. Acronyms are formed from the first letters...

0Affect vs. Effect — wrong side of write

2021-06-30 •

The blog post humorously explains the difference between 'affect' and 'effect,' emphasizing their distinct pronunciations and meanings. 'Affect' is typically a verb meaning to change or influence, while 'effect' is a noun represen...

0Everything Is Writing — wrong side of write

2021-06-11 •

The blog post discusses the misconception that writers must always be actively writing to be considered writers. The author argues that writing involves much more than just the physical act of writing, including thinking, planning...

0“Calls to Action” or “Call to Actions?” — wrong side of write

2021-06-10 •

The blog post humorously addresses the correct usage of the term 'call to action' (CTA) in marketing. It clarifies that the plural form is 'calls to action,' not 'call to actions,' emphasizing that 'call' is the primary noun to be...

0Assume vs. Presume — wrong side of write

2021-06-04 •

The blog post humorously explores the difference between 'assume' and 'presume,' emphasizing that while both involve forming opinions without hard evidence, 'assume' is based on no proof, whereas 'presume' involves some probabilit...

0Punctuation Alignment Chart — wrong side of write

2021-03-04 •

The blog post humorously categorizes punctuation marks into an alignment chart, likening them to characters with distinct personalities and roles. It describes the semicolon as 'Lawful Good' for its purposeful use, parentheses as ...

0Writer's Block Isn't a Thing — wrong side of write

2021-02-23 •

The blog post discusses the concept of writer's block and argues that it is not a real thing, but rather a scapegoat for insecurities and distractions. The author provides various strategies for overcoming writer's block, includin...

0Awhile vs. A While — wrong side of write

2021-02-22 •

The blog post humorously addresses the confusion between 'awhile' and 'a while.' 'Awhile' is an adverb meaning 'for a period of time,' while 'a while' is a noun phrase with a broader range of meanings. The author explains when to ...

0The Fear of Finishing — wrong side of write

2021-02-01 •

The blog post discusses the fear of finishing creative works, exploring the reasons behind it such as perfectionism, self-doubt, imposter syndrome, criticism, vulnerability, and fear of success. The author shares personal experien...

0Grammar Guide: For Fuck's Sake vs. For Fuck Sake — wrong side of write

2021-01-26 •

The blog post discusses the correct usage of the phrase 'for fuck's sake' versus 'for fuck sake.' It explains that the correct form is 'for fuck's sake' because it is derived from phrases like 'for heaven's sake' or 'for God's sak...