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15 GRAMMAR MISTAKES COMMONLY FOUND IN THESES

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Academic writing often contains recurring language issues that can affect clarity

Some common mistakes include:

1. Subject–verb agreement errors

2. Run-on sentences

3. Incorrect verb tense

4. Overuse of passive voice

5. Missing articles (a, an, the)

6. Sentence fragmentation

7. Incorrect punctuation

8. Word repetition

9. Inconsistent terminology

10. Misplaced modifiers

11. Informal language

12. Incorrect plural forms

13. Long unclear sentences

14. Inconsistent capitalisation

15. Incorrect use of commas

Careful proofreading helps ensure that research is presented clearly and professionally.

Busy Bee Editing provides professional proofreading and editing services for undergraduate and postgraduate students and researchers.

We assist with:

* Undergraduate essays, assignment and theses

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Master’s theses

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* Research reports

* Academic journal articles

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Meet Busy Bee

Busy Bee Editing is a South African proofreading and editing service founded by experienced editors Brenda van Rensburg and Hugo Chandler. Together, they help students, authors, academics and businesses present polished, professional writing with confidence.

Whether you're submitting a master's thesis, publishing your first novel, preparing a journal article or finalising an important business document, every piece of writing receives the same meticulous attention to detail. Their goal is simple: to ensure your words say exactly what you intended, clearly, accurately and professionally.

Because every great piece of writing deserves one final careful read.