As noted in a previous post, whole phrases – not just individual words – can be cut from your writing to make it clearer and less complicated for your readers. At this point in time Now it’s time to look at 20 more examples of words and phrases that can be pared down or eliminated. Delight in cutting these superfluous words!
in between
armed gunman
mutual cooperation
local resident
crew members
exact replica
as you may or may not know
temporary reprieve
future plans
at all times always
at this point in time now
be in a position to can
in the very near future soon
perform an analysis of analyse
absolutely perfect
an honour and a privilege
as a general rule
this particular instance
in the majority of instances usually
at this point in time today; now
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