We’ve heard the saying before: a strong voice is a must. But a common problem writers complain about is that their writing is dry and boring. Many factors play a role in voice, but there are two that have the most impact. One is word choice, the other sentence structure. Yes, other issues can hurt […]| Editor's Quill
Diamond in the rough is an idiom that refers to something of great value that, at first sight, appears to be unremarkable. In British English, it is more| LanguageTool
The whole nine yards is an idiom that means “the fullest possible extent” of something. Perhaps no other English idiom is shrouded in more mystery as to| LanguageTool
Rags to riches is an idiom describing someone’s change in fortunes from poverty to wealth. It is rarely used in a completely literal sense for someone who| LanguageTool
The idiom play it by ear dates back at least to the 17th century. It comes from the world of music and refers to playing an instrument not from sheet| LanguageTool
Rule of thumb is an idiom that describes a common-sense but approximate way of deciding on a course of action. Tradespeople will often know the span of| LanguageTool
Cut to the chase is an idiom that means “get to the point quickly.” There’s no definitive evidence for where the phrase comes from, but the generally| LanguageTool
Fortune favors the bold is an idiom that suggests that taking risks will pay off. It comes from a Latin phrase audentes fortuna iuvat that dates back| LanguageTool
When something is a piece of cake, it is very easy to do. Piece of cake is an example of an idiom (i.e., a phrase or group of words that has a meaning| LanguageTool
Whether you’re writing a story and want to perfect the characters within it or simply wish to expand your vocabulary, this blog post helps with both as it explores the meanings of “protagonist” and “antagonist” and provides examples of each.| Blog
Matters of good versus evil and right versus wrong can weigh heavily on one. But have you ever wondered if these concepts revolve around “ethics” or “morals?” Surprisingly, these terms aren’t always interchangeable. This post will delve into the difference between “ethics” and “morals.”| Blog
This entry is part 4 of 4 in the series Undermining TruthFunny and fun ways exist to undermine truth. While speaking, three common ones are rhymes, humor and exaggerations. Fun relaxes people. It makes them more receptive to the message replacing truth. Three Funny And Fun Ways Rhymes “You snooze, you lose.” “See you later... Read More| Influencing and Problem Solving for Leaders and Others