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
4 min
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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