Clarity

SentencesRule 2 of 6

The rule

One idea per sentence. Cut filler phrases, prefer the active voice, and choose concrete words over vague ones.

Wrong and right

  1. Wrong Due to the fact that it was late…

    Right Because it was late…

  2. Wrong There are many people who think…

    Right Many people think…

  3. Wrong Due to the fact that it rained, we stayed.

    Right Because it rained, we stayed.

  4. Wrong In order to save time, use this.

    Right To save time, use this.

  5. Wrong It is important to note that sales rose.

    Right Sales rose.

  6. Wrong At this point in time we are ready.

    Right We are ready now.