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
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Wrong Due to the fact that it was late…
Right Because it was late…
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Wrong There are many people who think…
Right Many people think…
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Wrong Due to the fact that it rained, we stayed.
Right Because it rained, we stayed.
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Wrong In order to save time, use this.
Right To save time, use this.
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Wrong It is important to note that sales rose.
Right Sales rose.
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Wrong At this point in time we are ready.
Right We are ready now.