by Cole Salao
The more words there are in a sentence, the less its meaning is clear. You can have run-ons, garden paths, and now, noun strings—a bunch of words jammed together to mean one thing. Noun strings are sneaky. They sound clever and important, but you often don’t...
by Cole Salao
Grammar can be tricky, especially when it comes to pairs like neither/nor and either/or. They look simple, but people often mix them up, leading to confusing or incorrect sentences. Let’s talk about their differences and how you can use them correctly. What Do...
by Cole Salao
Many people use the terms “paradox” and “contradiction” interchangeably. On the surface, they look similar—both involve opposing ideas. But when you dig deeper, you’ll see they serve entirely different purposes, especially in storytelling. What...
by Cole Salao
English is a tricky language, with plenty of words that seem to mean the same but have fundamental differences. It’s easy to confuse two words that sound alike, look alike, or are used in similar situations. Using the wrong word can lead to confusion, even if...
by Cole Salao
Digital technology has supercharged the evolution of language. The internet, in particular, has brought millions of people together in real time, allowing for the rapid spread of new terms and phrases. Internet slang has become so pervasive that people regularly...
by Cole Salao
Words change meaning over time, often in ways that seem surprising or ridiculous. Check the etymology of certain words and you’ll find a complex journey of how they came to be. This is a result of constant social, cultural, and historical shifts. Because of...
