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When you should (and shouldn't) use a comma

When you should (and shouldn't) use a comma

The comma is one of the most versatile punctuation marks, but it's often used incorrectly

Introducing Outwrite for Spanish

Introducing Outwrite for Spanish

You can now use Outwrite to check your grammar in Spanish

How to win Wordle (nearly) every time

How to win Wordle (nearly) every time

Are you a Wordle fan? Here are a few tactics to win the word game in four or fewer attempts.

Why you should grow your career with Outwrite

Why you should grow your career with Outwrite

Outwrite is looking for a growth marketer to join our team. But why should you join Outwrite over another startup?

Common COVID writing mistakes (and how to fix them)

Common COVID writing mistakes (and how to fix them)

Should COVID be in all caps? Is it quarantine or isolation? Learn how to write about coronavirus correctly

The A-Z of coronavirus: a quick reference guide

The A-Z of coronavirus: a quick reference guide

We explore some of the most common COVID-related words and phrases (and how to spell them)

5 easy ways to shorten your sentences

5 easy ways to shorten your sentences

A short guide to writing concisely

Introducing our new Microsoft Word add-in

Introducing our new Microsoft Word add-in

We've made some big changes to our Word add-in. Find out what's new.

Scared of semicolons? Here's how to use them correctly

Scared of semicolons? Here's how to use them correctly

Used sparingly and in the right context, the semicolon can add variation and nuance to your writing

Top Outwrite suggestions for 2021

Top Outwrite suggestions for 2021

It's been another big year at Outwrite. Let's look at the stats.

Looking for a French grammar checker? Here are 7 things to consider

Looking for a French grammar checker? Here are 7 things to consider

There's plenty of English grammar checkers out there. But what if you want to edit in French?

Introducing Outwrite for French

Introducing Outwrite for French

You can now use Outwrite to check your spelling, grammar, and style in French

How to rewrite a sentence in active voice

How to rewrite a sentence in active voice

Learn how to convert passive voice to active voice in 3 easy steps

Casual or conversational? A guide to writing formality

Casual or conversational? A guide to writing formality

Written English has 3 levels of formality. Learn what they are, and when to use them.

How to make your sentences longer (without adding fluff)

How to make your sentences longer (without adding fluff)

Under word count? Learn how to make your sentences longer (and stronger)

Is it "Olympic" or "Olympics"? A guide to sport and grammar

Is it "Olympic" or "Olympics"? A guide to sport and grammar

Celebrate the upcoming Olympic Games with this sports-themed guide to grammar.

Want to write clearer sentences? Try restructuring them

Want to write clearer sentences? Try restructuring them

Find out how restructuring your sentences can improve the clarity of your writing.

4 ways to make your writing more formal

4 ways to make your writing more formal

Get serious about formal writing with these tips and tricks.

ATTN: how to write email subject lines that actually get opened

ATTN: how to write email subject lines that actually get opened

Many emails go straight to Trash. Learn how to make sure your messages get opened, no matter who your recipient is.

How to rewrite a sentence without changing its meaning

How to rewrite a sentence without changing its meaning

Is your sentence clunky, repetitive, or just plain boring? Learn how to rewrite it, without changing its meaning.

A quick guide to capitalization

A quick guide to capitalization

The rules of capitalization aren't as straightforward as you may think...

Commonly confused words (and how to get them right)

Commonly confused words (and how to get them right)

The English language contains hundreds of homophones. Find out which ones Outwrite users get confused the most.

Tools to help you become a better writer in 2021

Tools to help you become a better writer in 2021

Boost your productivity in 2021 with these online writing tools.

7 writing habits to leave behind in 2020

7 writing habits to leave behind in 2020

Want to become a better writer in 2021? Start by addressing these pet peeves.