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Plagiarism in Academic Writing: Your Questions Answered

by Dhanya Alex May 15, 2026

Most journals screen submissions using systems like iThenticate before editorial review, with editors reviewing the resulting similarity report rather than the raw text itself. A plagiarism checker for research papers can help avoid unintended overlap before editorial screening. A free plagiarism checker tool catches overlap during drafting, instead of only at submission when revisions are harder.  Plagiarism checkers compare your text …

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How to Read a Plagiarism Report (and Address Red Flags in Your Writing)

by Elizabeth Oommen George May 28, 2025

Plagiarism is one of the most common, and often unintentional, pitfalls in academic writing. Even when you’re careful, small overlaps in phrasing or inadvertently missed citations can trigger red flags. That’s why using an online plagiarism checker has become a vital step before submitting any research paper, PhD thesis, or …

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What is Patchwork Plagiarism? 

by Paperpal February 5, 2025

Inadvertent plagiarism is a pressing issue in academia, often stemming from a lack of awareness or misunderstanding regarding proper citation practices. It can take many forms, such as failing to attribute ideas, paraphrasing too closely, or patchwork plagiarism, which involves blending content from multiple sources without proper acknowledgement. The scale …

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How to Avoid Plagiarism When Using Generative AI Tools

by Soumya Akkureddy March 29, 2024

Plagiarism turns out to be a lingering concern when using AI tools for academic writing. While generative AI offers numerous opportunities, it also poses risks that cannot be overlooked.  When using these tools, it’s essential to consider the ethical implications and ensure proper attribution of sources. In this blog, we’ll explore …

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Similarity Checks: The Author’s Guide to Plagiarism and Responsible Writing

by Charlotte Baptista March 19, 2024

If your work has been put through a similarity check and flagged for a high similarity score, the prospect of enquiry and the possible consequences can be incredibly nerve-wracking. The desperation to do away with the anxiety of this situation drives many academics to simply use plagiarism checker software along …

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How to Avoid Plagiarism? Tips and Advice for Academics

by Divya Sreekumar February 28, 2024

Plagiarism is an important concept in writing and concerns all authors who publish any kind of document. So, what is plagiarism? Presenting other people’s work as your own without formally giving due credit through citations or acknowledgements is called plagiarism. One of the biggest mistakes that authors may make is …

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