Why Arkansas Made Up Its Own Possessive Apostrophe Rule
Think you know how to make a word ending in 'S' possessive? Arkansas has a possessive apostrophe rule that might feel different.
Tag Archives: AP Style
Preventative or Preventive? How Much Prevention Do You Need?
They're two similar words that appear to mean the same thing, but should you stick with preventative or preventive as the preferred term?
Vice Presidential Pick Sparks Harris Apostrophe Debate
A Harris apostrophe debate began when Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris selected her running mate earlier this month.
Initialisms in Parentheses? Don’t Do It, AP Style Says!
When your work includes copyediting, there are things that will always make you angry. For me, initialisms in parentheses definitely does!
Ditch the Terms Juveniles and Minors, AP Style Says
Every two years, The Associated Press Stylebook releases a major update. This year, one change involves the terms juveniles and minors.
The Best Verb for Quote Attribution is ‘Said’
If you're quoting someone, The Associated Press Stylebook urges you to use the verb 'said' for quote attribution over almost anything else.
‘Formerly Twitter’? AP Style Gives an Update
AP Style recently updated its guidance on referring to Elon Musk's social media platform X with a disclaimer that it was formerly Twitter.
Don’t Forget an Apostrophe in April Fools’ Day!
The first day of April is a day known for shenanigans. But if you write out its name, don't forget the apostrophe: It's April Fools' Day!
Use the Term ‘People of Color’ Carefully, AP Style Says
In a timely post just a few days into Black History Month, the Associated Press Stylebook posted a reminder about the term 'people of color.'
My 20 Most-Read 2023 Grammar Posts
Of the seven topics I write about, grammar tends to be the most popular. Here's a look at my 20 most-read 2023 grammar posts.
‘Preheat’ OK, No Matter What George Carlin Said
The term 'preheat' may have been one of many that set off the late George Carlin. But AP Style still labels the term as valid.
How Long Must We Say ‘Formerly Known as Twitter’?
After Elon Musk renamed his social media platform 'X," the Associated Press Stylebook advised we explain it was 'formerly known as Twitter.'
You Need Commas…But Not Necessarily Oxford Commas
Fans of Oxford Commas won't like this post, I'm sure. But while commas are critically important, some are more important than others.
What Does Wi-Fi Stand For? You Probably Wouldn’t Guess!
Most people think they know the can answer correctly if they were asked, 'What does Wi-Fi stand for?' But you shouldn't be so sure.
Twitter or X? AP Style Makes a Ruling
When you refer to that certain social platform these days, are you calling it Twitter or X? AP Style recently tackled that topic.
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Do You Need Commas with Namesakes?
Namesakes are people (or things) who have the same name as another. For this post, we'll focus on names that include Sr., Jr., III, etc.
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