Why can “none” take a singular or plural verb? Because of a little thing called notional agreement.
Articles Categorized Grammar
Did you know that grammar is theoretical? And there’s more than one theory of grammar? No wonder you’re confused! These articles will help you improve your grammar with minimal fuss.
Grammar Bite: Agreeing Pronouns
You know a pronoun should agree with its antecedent, the noun it stands for. But choosing the right pronoun isn’t always clear cut.
10 Nuances of Subject–Verb Agreement
Subject-verb agreement sounds simple but can be surprisingly complex. These 10 nuances of agreement will get you started.
Rewriting the Zombies: “And” and “But”
“Don’t start a sentence with ‘and’ or ‘but,'” we’re told. But no one updates that rule when our skills grow. Let’s fix that.
The Trouble with FANBOYS
FANBOYS can help us remember the coordinating conjunctions. Except that it’s wrong. Learn the truth about FANBOYS.
Rewriting the Zombies: “However”
We’ve been taught not to start sentences with “however.” Why you can dismiss that rule.
Rewriting the Zombie Rules: Singular “They”
The singular “they” zombie has been shuffling along for centuries. It’s time it bit the dust for good.
Rewriting the Zombies: “Between”
Have you been told that you can’t use “between” when talking about more than two items? That’s a zombie rule. Let’s rewrite it.
Rewriting the Zombies: “Since”
Why it’s OK to use “since” to mean “because” and when you should avoid it.
Rewriting the Zombies: What’s a Zombie Rule?
We learn a lot of grammar and writing rules in school, but not all rules are equal. Some are members of the undead.
