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89Texasisms: A Glossary of Texan
When traveling abroad, it is usually wise to learn a few words and phrases in the native language to help in case you find yourself in a jam. It is also wise to learn a little about the native culture to...
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88Simile and Metaphor
Discover how to use simile and metaphor and how it will create images or pictures in the minds of the readers.
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86Barack Obama -- Top Ten Quotes
I, like many others, find Barack Obama very inspirational. While some say Obama's speeches and stumps are only words, I really think it is much, more than mere words. Barack Obama's words, policies, and...
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86Which is correct: in-person or in person?
"In person" and "in-person" are both correct when the first phrase is used as an adverb and the second is used as an adjective. Definitions and examples follow from several sources: IN PERSON...
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85Pear-shaped Men
Last week I read a book called Bare Bones by Kathy Reichs. For those who like crime, CSI, thrillers, etc, I can recommend Kathy Reichs very highly. Okay, I know some of you are quite shocked to hear that...
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87Coming to Terms with Being a 'Bitch'
I don't know if I should be proud of it, honestly, or not, but I've spent most of my life never hearing the "B" word directed at me--and being glad of it. For one, it is the kind of word culturally, at least...
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86Stammering
Stammering is a problem with speech where you have trouble forming words or putting thoughts into words. Often times children stammer as they learn to compute what they want to say into actual words. Adult...
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84How to Speak Confidently in Public: 7 Tips for Eloquence From a Formerly Shy Person
Speaking eloquently is well nigh impossible when you're self-conscious. The first time I recall having trouble speaking in public was for an Oral Communications class when I was a teenager, and I was so...
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83Rape In Revenge
This is the true story of a pretty, ambitious and sprightly small town girl, Aruna Shanbaug who left home when she was 18 and headed for the big city Mumbai,India,to pursue her dream of becoming a nurse. She...
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83Best Man Toasts
Best Man Toasts Hi, My name is Ian Stewart and while I am not a professional speaker, I do have a bit of experience as a Best Man, having been one at over 9 weddings and done a fair few Best Man Toasts...
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