This recently came up in the office and included a heated debate between a person who fancies themself as a thespian and a former movie theater employee. Thank goodness for Google, or this argument might have really gotten out of hand. The following is a generalization. I'll even provide a few examples when the generalization … Continue reading Theater vs. Theatre: Another Grammar Lesson
Presume vs. Assume
I needed a refresher on Presume vs. Assume, so I thought rather than hoard the information, I would share. Also, because I'm pretty sure I am not the only person using this incorrectly. While most resources and a quick Google search will tell you the words can be used interchangeably now, it wasn't always that … Continue reading Presume vs. Assume
Do Poor Spelling and Grammar Mean Your Writing is Bad?
As you may have noticed, I deal a lot with words. I write daily and often am asked to help rewrite work done by someone else. I edit. I came across this tweet the other day from Fiona Talbot “Discussion in today's Times: does poor spelling mean your writing is bad? What do you think?” … Continue reading Do Poor Spelling and Grammar Mean Your Writing is Bad?