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[ftfiction]

5 Common Grammar Mistakes and How to Fix Them

Even the best writers make grammar mistakes. The key is recognizing them and knowing how to correct them. Here are five common grammar pitfalls and simple tips to avoid them:

1. Subject-Verb Agreement

The Mistake: Using a singular verb with a plural subject or vice versa. Example: "The list of rules are confusing." The Fix: Match the verb to the subject, not the words in between. Corrected: "The list of rules is confusing."

Quick Tip: Ignore phrases between the subject and verb when deciding agreement.

2. Misplaced Modifiers

The Mistake: Placing descriptive words in the wrong part of the sentence, causing confusion. Example: "She almost drove her kids to school every day." The Fix: Place modifiers next to the word they describe. Corrected: "She drove her kids to school almost every day."

Quick Tip: Ask yourself: "What exactly is being described?"

3. Comma Splices

The Mistake: Joining two independent clauses with only a comma. Example: "I love writing, it’s so relaxing." The Fix: Use a period, semicolon, or conjunction to separate the clauses. Corrected: "I love writing; it’s so relaxing."

Quick Tip: If both parts of the sentence can stand alone, they need proper separation.

4. Confusing "Their," "There," and "They’re"

The Mistake: Mixing up these commonly confused words. Example: "Their going to the park over there." The Fix:

"Their" shows possession: "Their books are on the table."

"There" refers to a place: "Let’s go over there."

"They’re" is a contraction of "they are": "They’re excited to go."

Quick Tip: Replace "they’re" with "they are" to see if it fits.

5. Apostrophe Misuse

The Mistake: Using apostrophes for plurals or misplacing them in possessive forms. Example: "The dog’s are barking loudly." The Fix: Use apostrophes only for contractions or to show possession. Corrected: "The dogs are barking loudly." (Plural) or "The dog’s collar is red." (Possessive)

Quick Tip: Ask yourself if the word shows ownership or if it’s just plural.

Final Thoughts: Grammar mistakes happen to everyone, but with practice, they’re easy to fix. Double-checking your writing and keeping these tips in mind can make a huge difference. Need help with editing? Feel free to reach out—I’m here to help! ✍️

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"Like everything metaphysical the harmony between thought and reality is to be found in the grammar of the language." Ludwig Wittgenstein

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Gruvia - Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest - Episode 9

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There’s 3 pokemon I always name Juvia, Vaporeon, Lapras and Mareanie so I had to give all of them to her, Vaporeon would be her ace for sure it’s super elegant and cute (shut up not this) 🥰 Lapras is caring and beautiful, also water & ice ! And for Mareanie, I’ve you ever seen James Mareanie ??? That’s just Juvia with Gray 😭 HCBDJDBDJ for the other 3 it was just vibe base on her personality, I wish I could have given are more type variety, but nothing worked in my eyes :’) Oh wait Lumineon, cause it look like a butterfly and Juvia like butterflies.

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[ftfiction]

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— ❝She's my strength to live.❞

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