Tag: Sentence and paragraph structure

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Editing Tip: Lists

Although list formatting is relatively flexible, especially when involving bullet points, lists typically adhere to a few key rules.

by Michaela Panter, PhD

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Editing Tip: Avoiding Misplaced Modifiers

One common mistake made by many writers is not structuring the elements of a sentence in the clearest manner possible, especially with respect to modifiers.

by Suja Thomas, PhD

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Editing Tip: Parenthetical Elements

This tip reviews how to properly use parenthetical elements, clauses and phrases that can help clarify meaning in your scientific writing.

by Michaela Panter, PhD

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Editing Tip: Sentence Length

Does conciseness in writing matter? Do journals or readers care how lengthy or complex your sentences are?

by Casi Newell, PhD Candidate

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Editing Tip: Split Infinitives

Is it really wrong to (thoughtfully) split an infinitive?

by Ben Mudrak, PhD

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Editing Tip: Strategies for Splitting Long Sentences

This article provides multiple tips for breaking up complicated sentences and improving the clarity of your work in the process.

by Michaela Panter, PhD

2 min

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Editing Tip: Correlative Conjunctions

Correlative conjunctions are pairs of phrases or words that are used to link two ideas. This article reviews how to use them in sentences.

by Paige Hall, PhD

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Editing Tip: Colon Usage

This tip covers correct and incorrect usage of colons, including lists as well as independent and dependent clauses.

by Michaela Panter, PhD

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Editing Tip: Comma Splices

More ways to make your manuscript more readable by using best practices for commas.

by Ben Mudrak, PhD

2 min