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fixed / semi fixed expressions
Fixed Expressions: There is a large class of expressions (phrases) in English which are fixed and cannot be changed for…
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Types of collocation with “communications”
There are several different types of collocation made from combinations of verb, noun, adjective etc. Some of the most common…
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Collocations
communication noun 1 act of communicating ADJ. effective, good Good communication is important for business. | poor | direct | open |…
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What are modal verbs?
Modals (also called modal verbs, modal auxiliary verbs, modal auxiliaries) are special verbs which behave irregularly in English. They are different from…
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Dialogue Writing
This dialogue is quite famous if you are a fan of the movie series – star wars. Chances are you don’t…
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Sample Speech Outlines
Chances are you have learned the basic principles of outlining in English writing courses: an outline is a framework that organizes main…
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Brainstorming
What is Brainstorming Brainstorming is a combination of a relaxed, informal approach to problem-solving and lateral thinking. People are asked to…
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Close Reading
Close reading is a thoughtful, disciplined reading of a text. Also called close analysis and explication de texte. Though close reading is commonly associated with New Criticism…
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Adverbs
Adverbs are a very broad collection of words that may describe how, where, or when an action took place. They…
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One Word Substitution with Meaning
*One Word Substitution with Meaning* 1. Audience – a number of people listening to a lecture 2. Altruist – one, who considers the happiness and well-being…
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Simple Present Tense
The simple present tense in English is used to describe an action that is regular, true or normal. We use…
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Common Tenses
Tense Signal words Use Form Examples Simple Present · every day· sometimes· always· often· usually· seldom· never· first … then · something happens repeatedly· how often something happens· sequence of actions· things…