Other general tips and hints for good writing
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Chapter 4. Other general tips and hints for good writing

A good way to catch simple errors is to read the text out loud, or have someone else read it to you. Passages that don't “flow” or have obviously awkward construction of the type you may miss on the screen, will usually become blindingly obvious when you hear them. This is especially the case with detecting really long sentences, as you will run out of breath and turn blue.

Be concise, be specific, and be direct. Choose your words carefully, and be certain you know the exact meaning of every word you use. Is it the right word? Use a dictionary, and find out.

Use complete sentences. Not fragments. Like these ones.

While talking about sentences:

Remember, we have also an active proofreading team, and there is always someone to help you with grammar, so just write and have fun!

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