How to Fix “Misplaced Modifiers” in Your Writing
Introduction Even the most polished publications are not immune to that dreaded mistake committed frequently in English — the “misplaced modifiers.” Misplaced Modifiers are words that do not logically modify the word or phrase that they should be describing. They are modifying words that should be placed in a different sentence. Misplaced modifiers can come…
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Lay, Lie or Lie? How to Use Them Correctly with “Visual Aid”
Introduction Is there anyone who is not confused with the proper usage of the verbs “lay” and “lie”? I know I am from time to time. So that’s why I developed a “visual aid” to help myself remember what is what. It works for me and I hope it’ll be helpful for you as well.…
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