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Posts by Lindsay Babcock

link to 20 Pros and Cons of Being a Proofreader

20 Pros and Cons of Being a Proofreader

If you’re curious about the pros and cons of being a proofreader, I can give you some helpful insights since I decided to become one. Proofreaders are responsible for tidying up a text so that...

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link to 15 Effective Ways to Improve Your Punctuation

15 Effective Ways to Improve Your Punctuation

If you’re on a mission to improve your punctuation, kudos! Proper punctuation is essential for effective communication because it makes writing clear and easy to read. In her book Painless...

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link to 50+ Sentences with Homographs (Definitions Included)

50+ Sentences with Homographs (Definitions Included)

When trying to understand homographs, a cloud of confusion hangs over most people’s heads—even proofreaders. Homographs—words with the same spelling but different meanings—are particularly...

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link to 20+ Difficult Homophones (+ Example Sentences and a Quiz)

20+ Difficult Homophones (+ Example Sentences and a Quiz)

English is a complex language, and one of the most confusing elements for native and non-native speakers is the realm of difficult homophones. As a proofreader who has corrected many homophone...

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link to What Is a Style Guide in Proofreading? (+ How to Use One)

What Is a Style Guide in Proofreading? (+ How to Use One)

You may be aware that proofreaders use style guides. But what exactly is a style guide, and how do you use one? As someone who works in proofreading, I can help you answer this question. A style...

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link to What Do Adverbs Modify? (+ Examples and a Quiz)

What Do Adverbs Modify? (+ Examples and a Quiz)

You may know that adverbs are a relatively versatile part of speech, but what do adverbs modify? As a trained proofreader who has spent time getting acquainted with adverbs, I can help you answer...

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Lindsay is the creator of Om Proofreading. She has a BA in psychology and earned a certificate in proofreading by passing the final exam in Proofread Anywhere’s general proofreading course. She shares what she’s learning in the field and through research to inform and inspire her readers.

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