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general or basic truths on which other truths or theories can be based
student directors learning the grammar of filmmaking
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Recent Examples of grammar
With Baker as her editor and Ko-Chin Chen and Tzu-Hao Kao as cinematographers, Tsou constructs a grammar for how perspective changes a city’s mood.
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Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 15 May 2025
As interns, the class will be paired with mentors and receive a full suite of training, including everything from breaking news, grammar, how to write without bias, SEO and metrics, narrative writing, AI fundamentals, how to search public records, and how to use data in reporting, to name a few.
—Lisa Vernon Sparks, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2025
Not getting the pun, the med student corrected the poster's grammar.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 May 2025
This eight-week class, with lessons on English grammar, pronunciation and idioms, is for adult (18 years and older) intermediate and advanced English learners who can have a conversation in English but want to improve their pronunciation and comprehension.
—Jake Richardson, Mercury News, 28 Apr. 2025
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Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 15 May 2025
As interns, the class will be paired with mentors and receive a full suite of training, including everything from breaking news, grammar, how to write without bias, SEO and metrics, narrative writing, AI fundamentals, how to search public records, and how to use data in reporting, to name a few.
—Lisa Vernon Sparks, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2025
Not getting the pun, the med student corrected the poster's grammar.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 May 2025
This eight-week class, with lessons on English grammar, pronunciation and idioms, is for adult (18 years and older) intermediate and advanced English learners who can have a conversation in English but want to improve their pronunciation and comprehension.
—Jake Richardson, Mercury News, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grammar
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For extra endurance, cover your pieces when not in use to protect them from the elements.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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Designed to be a lush, year-round oasis, this innovative space combines design elements inspired by Portland’s urban charm and tropical island retreats, bringing a slice of paradise to the city during the (in)famous Pacific Northwest rainy season.—
Stephan Rabimov,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Grammar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grammar. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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