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The Oxford dictionary of American usage and style

2000
Contains alphabetically arranged entries that provide information on how to speak and write effectively, featuring entries that provide information about a particular word or set of words, and essay entries that address larger questions of usage and style.
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Cambridge grammar of English

a comprehensive guide : spoken and written English grammar and usage
2006
Presents a comprehensive guide to the understanding of both written and spoken English grammar with special focus on difficult words and phrases and avoiding common errors in usage.
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What was a cliche before it became one?

An engaging way to introduce young readers to parts of speech, particularly idioms and cliches. Explains the differences, and how best to use--and not use--said parts of speech. Fulfills Common Core standard for literature.
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Quotation marks and apostrophes

2017
Guide to the punctuation marks known as quotation marks and apostrophes, including examples of how to properly use them.
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Parentheses and ellipses

2017
Guide to the punctuation marks known as parentheses and ellipses, including descriptions of how to properly use them.
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End punctuation

2017
Guide to the punctuation marks found at the end of all sentences, including descriptions and examples of how to use statements, exclamations, and questions.
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Commas

2017
Guide to the punctuation mark known as the commas, including descriptions and examples of how to properly use them.
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Colons and semicolons

2017
Guide to the punctuation marks known as colons and semicolons, including examples of how to properly use them in lists and independent clauses.
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100 words almost everyone confuses and misuses

The 100 Words series?
"Do you know how to use these 100 words? 100 Words Almost Everyone Confuses and Misuses is the perfect book for anyone seeking clear and sensible guidance on avoiding common pitfalls of the English language.Each word is fully defined and accompanied by a concise, authoritative usage note based on the renowned usage program of the American Heritage"--.

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