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How to Use the Imperative in French
The imperative is the command form; it's when we tell or ask somebody to do something. In French, the imperative is formed from the second person singular or -tu form of the present tense, and also from the second person polite/plural -vous form, again of...
How to Light the Advent Candles
If you’re of the Christian faith, lighting the Advent candles is a great way to reflect on the birth of Christ and its meaning to you. This tradition, which was historically adopted by Christians in the Middle Ages, spans the four weeks before Christmas t...
11 Simple Ways to Tell You Have a Persian Cat
Identifying any cat by breed can be tricky due to the many variations that breed can have. If you're looking for a pure-bred Persian cat, it may be even more difficult to find a breeder who can verify the cat's genetics. However, Persian cats are quite di...
How to Dance at Prom
You might have thought that all of your stress about prom was over once you secured the perfect date. But now, you find yourself worrying that you won't know how to dance at prom. Don't sweat it: to dance at prom, you just have to move your feet to the be...
How to Soften Hard Water
If you’re tired of clogged drains, spotty glasses, and dried-out hair and skin, softening the water in your home can really help make a big difference. You can soften small amounts of water, like each time you do dishes or laundry, or you can soften your...
How to Use Obagi
Obagi is the brand name for a line of skin care products that offers prescription-strength ingredients. Obagi products are only available through a doctor or specialty medical spa; products sold by retailers (in-store and online) are re-selling the produc...
How to Get Rid of a Negative Emotion
What we resist, persists. We naturally want to avoid pain, and that includes our feelings. Trying to push the emotion away may work for a little while, but these tendencies can make the pain much worse in the end. Instead, it is better to identify it,...
How to Grow a Plumeria
Plumeria trees have large, lush leaves and striking flowers that are often strung onto Hawaiian leis. They thrive in warmer climates, but you can totally still grow one in a pot indoors if you live somewhere that experiences freezing temperatures.[1] X...
How to Get a Haircut for Curly Hair
Finding the right cut for your curly hair can be a challenge. Even if you know the look you want, it can be hard to find a stylist who knows the best way to cut curly hair. Luckily, by researching different stylists and finding a cut that’s suited for you...
How to Activate Call Forwarding
This wikiHow teaches you how to forward or divert incoming phone calls to a different phone number. The steps to do this vary depending on your phone service, device, and location.
How to Write an Appeal Letter
When you lose something such as a job, benefits, or an educational opportunity, you may believe you have a strong argument that you deserve a second chance. One of the best ways to try to get this second chance is to write an appeal letter. To ensure your...
How to Polish Marble
Marble is a popular option for countertops, tabletops, flooring, and fireplace mantles. While it brings natural beauty to your home, it requires special care to prevent damage and stains, which occur easily due to marble’s porous surface.[1] X Expert S...
How to Remove Grout
When remodeling a bathroom or kitchen, the hardest part can be removing the grout from pre-existing tile. Grout is made from water, cement and sand, which hardens over time to form a rock-like material. The strength of grout is what makes tile so highly d...
How to Wash Your Clothes With Dish Liquid
Laundry detergent can be expensive, especially if you have a large family and have to do laundry frequently. To help cut down on costs, some people have found that using liquid dish soap can be a good replacement. Dish soap can cost much less than laund...
How to Convince Police to Reopen a Case
Getting police to reopen a closed or “cold” case can be hard work. After all, the main objective of police officers is to pursue and solve current crimes. There is a far greater chance of solving crimes shortly after they occur, as opposed to months or ev...
How to Prepare Yourself for Your First Flight
On average, more than 8 million people fly every day. Every single one of them was, at one time, a first-time flyer, who had no idea what to expect. But they learned how to buy a ticket, get to the airport and get on the plane. You will, too. Flying can b...