A 130-word sentence can ring clear as a bell; and a 13-word sentence can be hopelessly opaque. The numbers don't matter.
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A 130-word sentence can ring clear as a bell; and a 13-word sentence can be hopelessly opaque. The numbers don't matter.
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The number of words in a sentence, taken by itself, is no indication of the sentence's quality.
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The semicolon as death: What comes before stands alone as a unit, as does what follows; but together the two make a whole.
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Since a properly used semicolon produces a Stress position mid-sentence, it should be preceded by a full main clause.
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If a list is light-weight enough to be read swiftly, it should be introduced by a double-dash and divided by commas.
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Good Passive: The best way to get rid of agency: "Jack loves Jill" -> "Jill is loved by Jack"-> "Jill is loved."
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Good Passive: If it is the only way to get the most important information next to a colon, semi-colon, or period.
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Bad grammar distracts. Good grammar persuades.
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Writing feels fuzzy? Cut filler words and get direct. What's your favorite tight tip? #WritingTips #ClearWriting #PLOTIVE
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Fascinating webinar 'Accessible language in an age of division' today, led by Charli Nordone of TheWriter. Clearly, efficiently making the point that accessible writing = saving time and saving money. #accessiblelanguage #accessiblewriting #clearwriting
Write to be understood, not sound smart.
Write simply, clearly, and be straightforward.
Aim for clarity, not confusion.
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Want to tighten up your writing? Cut those filler words! @TheWriteLife breaks down how to make your writing more powerful and concise. Check it out: thewritelife.com/filler-words/
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2/2 …when I attended a half-day ‘intro to usability’ session. It changed the way I see so many things!
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Turning point: intro to usability
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A simple but very useful tip when you’re improving a text, translating, etc.:
⁃Figure out what the key message is.
⁃Make sure it’s clear and visible.
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