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20.09.23 Academic writing Time to read: 12min

Metaphor – Definition & Examples In Academic Writing

In the realm of academic writing, clarity and precision are key, but occasionally a straightforward sentence just isn't enough. This is where metaphors come...

13.09.23 Academic writing Time to read: 15min

Pun – Definition, Examples, Types & Meaning

Although puns may seem like a topic that has nothing to do with academic writing, history tells us otherwise. They along with other forms...

26.06.23 Pronouns Time to read: 3min

Starting A Sentence With “Because” – Definition & Examples

It is a common misconception that starting a sentence with “because” is informal. Thus, many avoid this in the realm of academic writing. In...

05.05.23 Improving your academic ... Time to read: 5min

Informal Writing – How To Practice Your Writing Skills

Informal writing is a popular writing technique that is more conversational and relaxed than others. It is commonly applied in personal conversations like texts...

19.04.23 Improving your academic ... Time to read: 6min

Writing Structured Paragraphs

Having the skill to structure meaningful paragraphs and develop connections between them is important for developing and sustaining a convincing argument in academic writing....

11.03.23 Improving your academic ... Time to read: 5min

Writing Advice Myths — Unraveling The Truth

Many students feel intimidated at the thought of writing an academic paper. They feel constrained by the many writing advice myths that abound about...

08.03.23 Improving your academic ... Time to read: 4min

Repetition and Redundancy in Academic Writing

Repetition and redundancy are the primary barriers to successful writing. Words that appear many times in a single sentence may be tautologies or similar...

07.03.23 Academic language Time to read: 4min

Taboo Words – What to Avoid in Your Paper

In academic writing, certain words that might be permissible in casual conversations or informal pieces are deemed unsuitable. When crafting a research paper, thesis,...

03.03.23 Improving your academic ... Time to read: 4min

Paragraph Transitions — Ensuring A Seamless Flow

In academic writing, mastering the use of paragraph transitions is a pivotal skill that can significantly elevate the coherence and flow of your content....

26.02.23 Sentence structure Time to read: 4min

Ending A Sentence With A Preposition – Myth Or Truth?

In the realm of academic writing, there has been an endless discussion about ending a sentence with a preposition. Conventionally, the majority agrees that...

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