what does proofreading mean?
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Proofreading is when a document or piece of written work is checked by someone else for errors. These may be spelling, grammatical or matters of accuracy, decency and libel. Proofreaders do not necessarily correct these errors but merely record them and point them out to the author for correction.
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I agree! My theory is that if you put it down in writing, it is a reflection of who you are.  If you are careless about grammar and punctuation, then maybe you are a carless person too.  Attention to detail really makes a difference.\n\nFurthermore, consistant mis-spellings and incorrect usage might be an indicator of someone's work ethics.
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i think it could mean: reading makes u wiser, speaking gives u experince on what to say, and when u write u can express whats really inside. and when u write sometimes u feel better and more complete. like u know what u want or understand a situation better. hope this helps!
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It means not suited to do a job well...\n\n in simple terms, someone is incompetent at something if they are doing a bad job with it!
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When you are quoting someone, you have to quote word for word, even if the original author made a mistake, like a spelling mistake or something. the expression [sic] is put in after such an error to show that the author/editor of the paper is aware of the error but can't fix it as it's in a quote. \nHope this helps! :D
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I think, in Hindi, loosley translated, with margins for misspellings on your part, it means What are your eyes telling you...can't you see?
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In the past I have been asked to proof read papers people are writing for a college class.  Their grammar and spelling were so bad I just had to tell them to type it in Word and use its spelling and grammar tools to proof it.  Being obsessive compulsive, I just couldn't deal with the thought of it. \n\nI'm not perfect but the lack of grammatical skills most people possess amazes me.  What amazes me even more are the grades college students are getting turning in papers like that.  I imagine there is some point the teachers just throw up their hands and say, "f-ck it!"  \n\nApathy seems to be the root of the problem for both teachers and students; they just don't care.
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1) It spell-checks so you don't look stupid.\n\n2) If you have to revise it, you don't have to type the WHOLE document again; insert the paragraph and tell the machine to print, while you get a cup of coffee.\n\nI'll leave 3 - 15 for you.
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It means that you have used different constructions within an entry or from one step to another in the outline.\n\nExample: Within an entry. Working and to succeed are essential. It should read working and succeeding are essential OR to work and to succeed are essential. The last two are using parallel constructions while the first mixes the two.\n\nExample: Every line of your outline should be written in the same format. For example, you may use all phrases, or you may use all complete sentences. Be sure you are consistent.\n\nI hope this helps. My best guess is that your teacher is referring to using parallel constructions and you have not done so wherever s/he has so noted.
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When they quote something word for word and include typos or misspellings, they put (sic) in to let you know that the person(s) they are quoting are dumbazzes, and not the newspaper itself.\n\nEDIT: Look at that! They ^^^ just copy and pasted a blah blah blah answer from dictionary.com. I gave you a REAL answer.\n\nYou're welcome!
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Its gibberish. Its used in graphic design or typesitting. Its "dummy" text. \n\nSee http://www.lipsum.com/
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I can proofread for you. \nlol...
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Could you rephrase your question?  The meaning is unclear.
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I'd be happy to proofread it for you -- just send it over and let me know what grade it's for (and what the "purpose" of the paper is).
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Everyone . . . I think she knows that she mispelled it.\n\nAs for the meaning . . . \n\nHere is my meaning . . . finding someone who is your heart and soul . . . your purpose in life . . . marrying her.\n\nThen have her go away . . . not by choice . . . leaving you to raise your newborn son alone . . . while she is in heaven . . . if there is such a thing.\n\nThat is my meaning.
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This person asked a question and was hoping to get answers not criticism about typographic errors..Now we all know we have made typos...so some understanding shouldn't be so hard
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That is usually noted on the first issue of the report or procedure. It means No Changes.\nWhen a change is made, it will carry the revision letter A.\nEach additional revision, will carry the next letter in the alphabet. Second revision will be B, and so on.