Grammar Girl #685. How to Find Work as a Freelance Writer. Adventure.

Tips for new graduates or anyone who is trying to get started as a freelance writer. Plus, the adventurous origin of the word "adventure."

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[SigmundS]

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[markoldgeezer]

Hi, Mignon. I have a question that I've asked a lot, and no one seems to have a clue. Please help me.
Is there a name for when we use “the” generically? For example:
I go to the dentist twice a year. (= a dentist)
Look it up in the dictionary. (= a dictionary)