Author Archives: James Smith

The Great “-Esque” Escapade: How To Use This Suffix Properly You’ve probably seen the suffix -esque used before, but do you understand how it works so that you can feel confident in making use of it yourself?  The ability to use appropriate grammar, including suffixes,… continue reading

The correct spelling is “nerve-racking.” The phrase describes something that makes you very nervous and uneasy. “Nerve-wracking” has become an accepted variant, although some language purists may take issue with this alternative. There are a lot of expressions involving the nerves (and the brain), which… continue reading

English grammar can cause anyone frustration, as it is rife with exceptions to rules and alternate usages of words and phrases. This is what makes the language difficult for non-native speakers and native-speakers alike. One phrase which is regularly misused is “as of yet”, which is… continue reading