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The present perfect links a past action to...

📈 The present perfect links a past action to the present, while the simple past describes a finished event at a specific time. We have signe…

Oct 5, 2026
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When you add a relative clause to...

When you add a relative clause to describe a person, use who instead of that; who refers specifically to people and sounds more natural in f…

Sep 24, 2026
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One tricky point with phrasal verbs is ...

One tricky point with phrasal verbs is that some require the preposition to before a gerund. After look forward, you must say to + verb‑ing,…

Sep 11, 2026
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When you talk about people’s feelings...

When you talk about people’s feelings, choose who for subjects and whom for objects. Who = the person doing the action; whom = the person re…

Sep 1, 2026
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Affect vs. effect is a classic mix‑up.

Affect vs. effect is a classic mix‑up. Affect is most often a verb meaning “to influence,” while effect is a noun meaning “the result.” - Hi…

Aug 25, 2026
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Grammar Tip: The verb "go" is often used to describe exercise routines, as in: "I go jogging every morn

The verb "go" is often used to describe exercise routines, as in: "I go jogging every morning" and "She goes to the gym three times a week".…

Aug 10, 2026
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Grammar Tip: The verb "make" or "do" can be confusing, especially in relationships. For example: "I mad

The verb "make" or "do" can be confusing, especially in relationships. For example: "I made a mistake in our relationship" or "I did my best…

Aug 4, 2026
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The present perfect tense is often confused wit...

The present perfect tense is often confused with the simple past. It's used to describe an action that started in the past and continues up …

Jul 30, 2026

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