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Re:How to write more clearly, think more clearly, and learn ... by hammock on Monday April 18, 2022 @10:52AM (#31071458)
>Key takeaways: 1. One of the best ways to improve your writing is to learn how to cut out words that are not necessary

I believe you meant, "1. Cut out unnecessary words."

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Re:How to write more clearly, think more clearly, and learn ... by carapace on Monday April 18, 2022 @03:05PM (#31075029)
"Omit needless words."

( Strunk and White, 1918 )

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Re:How to write more clearly, think more clearly, and learn ... by mlyle on Tuesday April 19, 2022 @02:21PM (#31086836)
> > Key takeaways: 1. One of the best ways to improve your writing is to learn how to cut out words that are not necessary

I think it's funny the summarized version is that statement. Because, in the presentation, they progressively cut down that exact statement to arrive at:

"To improve your writing, cut out unnecessary words."

> I believe you meant, "1. Cut out unnecessary words."

I think your version cuts out a little too much. It loses the why and becomes an unexplained imperative.

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