Lisa McLendon gave this as an example when talking about fused particles. I’d look at that sentence and say to myself “I’m not sure if it’s wrong or not. So why not rewrite it” to: “The meeting attendees were distracted when the kittens meowed.” When in doubt , punt. #ACES2025 Sweat This, Not That

You’re working with grammar. You wonder what you should sweat. Or what you shouldn’t sweat. Lisa Mckendon has the answer for you at the #ACES2025 conference.

Listening to @petersokolowski.bsky.social talk about the first dictionary (even at 8 a.m.) is a true pleasure. #ACES2025

Last two #ACES2025 Spelling Bee spellers standing!

Starting the fourth round of the #ACES2025 Spelling Bee, here’s where we stand. (Compare to practice round photo.)

BTW, this is it. Bresaola. #ACES 2025 Spelling Bee

The very first speller goes out on the first word “croquembouche.” Any fan of the Great British Baking Show knows what it is. Doesn’t mean they know how to spell it. #ACES2025

Practice round. Here I’ve known all the words. It won’t stay that way! #ACES2025 Spelling Bee

Kristen Clark is talking about government writing but this advice about noun clusters is good advice for everyone. (For my students, I might also call theses adjective stacks.) #ACES2025

Great things you learn about at a conference of editors and word nerds. I’m reporting from #ACES2025

Like fantasy? Consider reading my nephew’s first novel, “The Witches of Galdanon.” Also my first fiction edit (I was a 2nd editor.) It’s a medieval-style fantasy of adventure, personal growth & magic. Great summer read.
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AP’s new advice on using quotations in the news follows what I’ve been teaching my editing students for years. #ACES2024