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Set of words which do not serve actual purpose in

the sentence
Repetition of words
Expressing an idea again
Benefit of reducing redundancy in a sentence is that
it helps make your writing more clear and concise.
Instead of this: Use this:
I 5 years time, I will be a doctor. I will be a doctor 15 years from
now.

I don’t know wether or not you are I don’t know if you are going to
going to come to my birthday. come to my birthday.

The reason why you must go with The reason is I am your friend.
me is because I am your friend.
Wordiness`
Using more words than necessary to express an idea

Instead of this Use this


Every time I travel through Asia, I kept Every time I travel through Asia, I kept
a journal for the purpose of recording a journal to record my thoughts and
my thoughts and experiences. experiences.
Good grades are necessary for students Students who hope to receive
who hope to receive academic academic scholarships need good
scholarships. grades.
The book was placed on the desk. Jill placed the book on the desk

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