If you’ve learned about the United States Constitution, you’ve probably seen the phrase “a more perfect union.” You might even wonder how something perfect can become more perfect. Did the writers of the Constitution use the correct phrase? It is correct to say “a more perfect union” because “more perfect” expresses the opinion of those …

If you’ve ever found yourself in a situation where you had to explain your actions to someone or claim responsibility for something, you’ve most likely had to use the term “I alone.” So let’s explore whether or not it’s correct to say this phrase. It is correct to say “I alone” to express that an …

It’s sometimes difficult to remember the difference between adjectives and adverbs, especially when one word can become two parts of speech. For example, we often describe things as “easy,” but is it correct to say “more easily”? It is correct to say “more easily.” When you add “more” to the adverb “easily,” you create an …

What do you do when you have a long, intricate narrative but not enough time to get out all the details? Idioms come in handy in confusing situations like this, and the one that solves this problem is the phrase, “make a long story short.” Is that the correct phrase, though? It is correct to …

Events and experiences in our lives often repeat themselves, happening over and over again. Sometimes we begin to dislike these experiences, and sometimes we enjoy them. But, no matter how we feel about them, they become familiar, and there are many ways to express that familiarity to others, such as “many a time.”  It is …

Do you want to express that you did something unaided or that something is your own opinion? We often hear people use the phrase ‘I personally” and may wonder whether it’s correct or repetitive.  It is grammatically correct to say “I personally” to express that something has been done by you, in person, as in …