Question: What is the difference between "grisly" and "grizzly?" (With bonus coverage of "gristly"!)

( With examples from Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings )

Grammar 101: Verbs with examples from Stargate SG-1, Harry Potter, and Heroes.

Co-written by katilara and supercheesegirl

( Verbs: What are they? )

What’s So Bad About the Passive Voice, Anyway?

The quick answer: lots.

This feature will explain what passive voice is and give tips and tricks for how to recognize (and change) the passive voice in writing. We’ll also discuss the times when passive voice might actually be a desirable technique to use.

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Question: What is the difference between "loose" and "lose"?

Here's a quick little mneumonic to help you tell the difference: "lose" loses an "o".

( Here's why! With examples from Harry Potter. )

What is the difference between "prostrate" and "supine"? (with added bonus coverage of "prone"!)
What is the difference between "prostrate" and "prostate"?

(with examples from Harry Potter, Angel, and Firefly) ( Read more... )

Answer: What is the difference between "nauseated" and "nauseous"?
With examples from Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Harry PotterIt happens all the time: whether you're writing about an alien or a demon or a magic spell, or just an ordinary odor or taste that's supernaturally bad, you need to describe that special feeling you get when your stomach ( Read more... )