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::{{xt|Indexes can be used to find ancestral records quickly.}}
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'''Avoid mixing&nbsp; pronouns and antecedents.''' For clarity, pronouns should be used correctly. If needed, rewrite the sentence or repeat the noun. <br>  
'''Avoid mixing pronouns and antecedents.''' For clarity, pronouns should be used correctly. If needed, rewrite the sentence or repeat the noun. <br>  


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'''Accepted authority:''' When there is uncertainty about grammar, follow an accepted authority such as the Chicago Manual of Style.  
'''Accepted authority:''' When there is uncertainty about grammar, follow an accepted authority such as the Chicago Manual of Style.  


'''Using the Talk page:''' If differing opinions about a grammatical issue cannot be resolved by referring to an accepted authority, the opinions should be added to the Talk page for input from the wiki community.  
'''Using the Talk page:''' If differing opinions about a grammatical issue cannot be resolved by referring to an accepted authority, the opinions should be added to the Talk page for input from the wiki community.


== Naming  ==
== Naming  ==
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