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    Halloween or Hallowe’en?

    Halloween or Hallowe’en?

    Oct 31, 2023

    • Proofreading Tips
    • Punctuation
    • Spelling

    Boo! Grab your masks, pumpkins, and bowls of candy. It’s that time of the year again! Halloween is celebrated on October 31 in the US and other parts of the world. Though you’re probably familiar with the spelling Halloween, you might have come across an alternative spelling: Hallowe’en. In this post, we’ll talk about where […]

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  • 10 Egg-Cellent Examples of Eggcorns

    10 Egg-Cellent Examples of Eggcorns

    10 Egg-Cellent Examples of Eggcorns

    Apr 08, 2023

    • Common Errors
    • Proofreading Tips
    • Spelling

    We’ve all done it – misheard a common phrase and made it our own. The phenomenon even has its own name: an eggcorn. “But that’s not even a real word!” we hear you cry. Well, that’s exactly the point!  Although we can’t give you any chocolate eggs for Easter, we can give you a whole […]

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British vs. American English: -Ise or -Ize?

  • What Is Sensational Spelling?

    What Is Sensational Spelling?

    Feb 11, 2023

    • Business Writing
    • Editing Tips
    • Spelling

    As a proofreader or editor, you’re used to spotting and correcting spelling errors. But what if the spelling error is intentional? In today’s blog post, we’re discussing sensational spelling – the deliberate misspelling of a word or term to draw an audience’s attention – and how to use it effectively. Sensational spelling is common in […]

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    One Word or Two? 10 Common Mistakes

    Jan 07, 2023

    • Common Errors
    • Proofreading Tips

    Are you confident about terms being one word or two? If you are, congratulations! If not, though, you’re not alone. Errors of this type are some of the most common in the English language. In this post, we’ll cover some of the most common mistakes so that you’ve got the basics covered – whether you’re […]

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    7 of the Best Podcasts About Language

    Nov 07, 2022

    • Editing Tips
    • Proofreading Tips

    Podcasts are more popular now than ever before, with a podcast on every topic from paranormal investigations to ancient history. They can be an inspiring educational or proofreading tool as well as a way to make learning more fun. You can even listen to a podcast while doing work and household chores, making them great […]

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    Common Homophone Errors (and How to Avoid Them)

    Oct 17, 2022

    • Common Errors
    • Proofreading Tips
    • Spelling

    Do you remember learning about homophones in school, way back when? Well, it’s time for a refresher! Homophones can be a tricky part of writing in English – even for fluent speakers. In this post, we’ll look at the different types of homophones, some of the most common homophone errors, and how to correct these […]

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    A Visit from St. Nicholas (A Festive Proofreading Quiz)

    Dec 23, 2021

    • Proofreading Resources
    • Proofreading Tips

    Here at Knowadays, we know the best way to improve your proofreading skills is to get lots of practice. And what better way to than with a festive proofreading exercise? All you need to do is copy and paste the poem below into a Microsoft Word document and see how many errors you can spot […]

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    5 Tips on How to Write the Perfect Christmas Card

    Dec 18, 2021

    • Editing Tips
    • Grammar
    • Proofreading Tips
    • Punctuation
    • Spelling

    It’s that time of year again! Christmas is just around the corner, and you’ve got a lot to do – wrapping presents, buying food, writing Christmas cards… the list goes on. It would be easy to let your proofreading standards slip! But to help you avoid this, we’ve come up with five tips on writing […]

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    Everybody Loves Referencing

    Everybody Loves Referencing

    Dec 13, 2018

    • Academic Writing
    • Proofreading Tips
    • Referencing and Citations
    • Style

    You’ve checked the spelling, grammar, and punctuation. You’ve made sure the language is appropriate and flows smoothly. Now comes your favourite bit of academic proofreading. Perhaps you’d like to dress up and pour yourself a glass of wine (alcohol-free, of course: don’t drink and proofread!) before you settle down to the positive treat that is […]

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    Poetic Licence

    Poetic Licence

    May 04, 2018

    • Proofreading Tips

    We took a little census of the people on our team, And the general consensus was things are not as they seem. Some words use a simple ‘s’ to settle spelling strains, While certain others celebrate soft ‘c’’s fancy refrains.   Moreover, you may realise that Britain’s hallowed ground Prioritises ‘s’ when words utilise a […]

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