diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
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--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -74,7 +74,7 @@ devnet.solana.com. Runs 24/7. Learn more about the [public clusters](https://doc
 
 # Benchmarking
 
-First install the nightly build of rustc. `cargo bench` requires use of the
+First, install the nightly build of rustc. `cargo bench` requires the use of the
 unstable features only available in the nightly build.
 
 ```bash
@@ -121,12 +121,12 @@ the reader to check and validate their accuracy and truthfulness.
 Furthermore, nothing in this project constitutes a solicitation for
 investment.
 
-Any content produced by SF or developer resources that SF provides, are
+Any content produced by SF or developer resources that SF provides are
 for educational and inspirational purposes only. SF does not encourage,
 induce or sanction the deployment, integration or use of any such
 applications (including the code comprising the Solana blockchain
 protocol) in violation of applicable laws or regulations and hereby
-prohibits any such deployment, integration or use. This includes use of
+prohibits any such deployment, integration or use. This includes the use of
 any such applications by the reader (a) in violation of export control
 or sanctions laws of the United States or any other applicable
 jurisdiction, (b) if the reader is located in or ordinarily resident in
@@ -139,7 +139,7 @@ prohibitions.
 The reader should be aware that U.S. export control and sanctions laws
 prohibit U.S. persons (and other persons that are subject to such laws)
 from transacting with persons in certain countries and territories or
-that are on the SDN list. As a project based primarily on open-source
+that are on the SDN list. As a project-based primarily on open-source
 software, it is possible that such sanctioned persons may nevertheless
 bypass prohibitions, obtain the code comprising the Solana blockchain
 protocol (or other project code or applications) and deploy, integrate,