This page discusses whether to use "PhD" or "Ph.D." in written English.

Oct 28, 2014 · In writing the phrase and/or, for example in a sentence as: I need to purchase a new item and/or return this one. the sentence would literally translate to: I need to purchase a …

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Oct 13, 2015 · MISCELLANEOUS: Use New York state when necessary to distinguish the state from New York City. Use state of Washington or Washington state when necessary to …

Dec 14, 2010 · I would think that it would be different depending on the kind of document being written. If the document is formal like an official report, i think using the last name is more …

Mar 20, 2011 · The Emily Post Institute recognizes the following forms:. Ms. Jane Smith and Mr. John Smith Jane and John Smith (informal)

Aug 11, 2011 · I wouldn't say it's always appropriate. Typically you only see it for dates (for example, "she was born circa 1920"). The Wiktionary article on 'circa' implies (but doesn't …

Apr 20, 2012 · What is the most suitable way to express that a sentence/word will be "replaced by" another sentence/word, from that point (in a text, for instance)? Henceforth called/named...

Yes, in the right context it should be pretty easy to deduce. Salad dressing recipes (or any recipes) for which the ingredients may include controversial items such as anchovies, or very …

May 17, 2013 · It's not particularly common for expressions of time.. It's similar to degrees-minutes-seconds: instead of decimal degrees (38.897212°,-77.036519°) you write (38° 53′ …