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Lesson: Writing Concisely and Precisely (continued)
Wordy Expressions
Concise Expressions
at which time
in order to
due to the fact that in the event that prior to
similar to
each and every
when
to
because
if
before
like
each [or every]
Writing Precisely
The word precise means “carefully distinct” or “definitely or exactly stated or defined.” Choose precise words: words that express exactly what you mean.
Imprecise: I delivered all of the building stuff to the guy who’s in charge. Precise: I delivered the instruction booklets and tools to the project leader. Imprecise: The fictional book she was talking about to us is really very good. Precise: The novel she recommended is exciting and well-written.
Check Your Understanding
Rewrite the following sentences on a separate sheet of paper to make them more concise and precise. (You may need to invent some details to make the language more precise.)
1. I have three siblings, who are two brothers and one sister.
2. Any and all of the supplies that you have been using for art class should be put away before you depart from the classroom.
3. Carol will be at the bus stop that is located near the part of town called the Arbor Heights neighborhood.
4. The icicles that are hanging from the gutter are actually really long.
5. Robert is wondering if you could possibly expend a few minutes of your time responding to his email messages.
6 SpringBoard® Writing Workshop with Grammar Activities Grade 7
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