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Dictionary of English: Clichés, Pretentious Language, and Jargon
Presents a list of examples of three kinds of language to avoid, with an explanation of why they are not recommended.
www.tiscali.co.uk
An explanation of common English usage errors and how to avoid making them.
www.wsu.edu
Working internationally to try to get public information written in plain English, instead of using gobbledygook, jargon and legalese. Includes examples, with annual awards for the worst offenders.
www.plainenglish.co.uk
Garbl's Editorial Style Manual
Searchable advice on abbreviations, capitalization, grammar, numbers, punctuation, spelling and word usage.
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A series of short articles about grammar and punctuation, with light hearted examples of common mistakes.
www.rightwords.co.nz
A searchable database of overused expressions, with a fun feature creating a random list.
www.westegg.com
A searchable collection of cliches used by American teams, fans, coaches and commentators, with humorous comments and sound clips.
www.sportscliche.com
A guide to help writers avoid confusing language and long-windedness. Can be viewed online or downloaded as a PDF.
www.plainlanguage.gov
Provides a list of rules and examples. Includes sentences, quotations, proper nouns, names, titles, and scientific nomenclature.
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The Elements of Style - William Strunk
Principal requirements of plain English style. Focuses on the rules of usage in literature, composition and grammar.
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Features searchable index of grammatical rules, explanations, comments on style, and usage suggestions.
grammar.ccc.commnet.edu
Learn about word meanings, slang, quotations, insults, and famous authors.
www.wordwizard.com
Neologisms and new uses of words in English.
www.owlnet.rice.edu
Answers common questions that students may have on the subject and confronts some of their excuses for not giving proper credit to their sources.
www.georgetown.edu
For questions on English grammar, spelling, and usage. Search a dictionary of words, names or quotations.
www.askoxford.com