Typical Recent Mistakes

 1. Remember that when an "i" and "e" are next to each other in a word the "I" usually comes before the "e", unless it is after a "e".

Ex: achieve, receive

2. Semicolon usage

- To avoid confusion with numbers:

Add the following: $ 1.25; $ 7.50; and $ 12.89.

- Before explanatory words or abbreviations - namely: We are able to supply you with two different gauges of nylon stockings; namely, 45 and 51.

- To separate short Statements of contract:

War is destructive; peace is constructive.

3. Still

The word "still" is used as a transition word to show exception.

Ex: I tried again and still I failed.