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  • Brevity Mode
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Brevity Mode

Examples of Brevity Mode Suggestions

Helps You Write Succinctly.
With this mode you’ll get suggestions to make writing concise and compelling.
Removes Conceptually Redundant Words
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The Statement of Facts provides the court with a brief overview of the testimony.

The Statement of Facts provides the court with a brief an overview of the testimony.

The following excerpt is a brief synopsis.

The following excerpt is a brief synopsis.

The administrative hearings included discovery, sworn testimony, and cross examination.

The administrative hearings included discovery, sworn testimony, and cross examination.

The committee started the meeting with a short summary.

The committee started the meeting with a short summary.

The students were actively engaged.

The students were actively engaged.

All of this is just as he had pictured it in his mind.

All of This is just as he had pictured it in his mind.

The vote of the commissioners was completely unanimous.

The vote of the commissioners was completely unanimous.

The catch basin was very empty.

The catch basin was very empty.

The court previously ruled on behalf of Skilling in 1998.

The court previously ruled on behalf of Skilling in 1998.

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It should be noted that the court on its own volition required dismissal of the member action with prejudice.

It should be noted that The court on its own volition required dismissal of the member action with prejudice.

In any event, plaintiffs have not shown that any of the risks that DLJ advised the Board to consider were incorrect.

In any event, Plaintiffs have not shown that any of the risks that DLJ advised the Board to consider were incorrect.

It is important to consider every step taken by Clyburn.

It is important to Consider every step taken by Clyburn.

It should be noted that the protagonists do not acknowledge the inevitability of failure.

It should be noted that The protagonists do not acknowledge the inevitability of failure.

What happens is that the initial introduction of the virus leads to death.

What happens is that The initial introduction of the virus leads to death.

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A lot of the time what happens is that the little impulse that gets me started on a story leads to something that’s more interesting.

A lot of the time what happens is that Often the little impulse that gets me started on a story leads to something that’s more interesting.

What he decides to do is reenter the burning home.

What He decides to do is reenter the burning home.

As the lines between data transmission, and voice and media transmission are eroded, regulators are faced with the task of how best to classify the converging segments of the telecommunication sector.

As the lines between data transmission, and voice and media transmission are eroded, regulators are faced with the task of face how best to classify the converging segments of the telecommunication sector.

As of January 2011, it has no products that are completely free from BPA.

As of January 2011, it has no products that are completely free from BPA.

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There are three principles that help to resolve this issue.

There are Three principles that help to resolve this issue.

There was no physical evidence indicating that the carburetor caused the tractor to stall.

There was no No physical evidence indicating indicated that the carburetor caused the tractor to stall.

There are currently twelve ferry services operating in the province.

There are currently Currently twelve ferry services operating operate in the province.

There is no jurisprudence supporting this interpretation.

There is No jurisprudence supporting supports this interpretation.

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The riots were on a much smaller scale than what would occur in 1965.

The riots were on a much smaller scale much smaller than what would occur in 1965.

The Amended Complaint only identifies two events that allegedly amounted to corporate waste.

The Amended Complaint only identifies only two events that allegedly amounted to corporate waste.

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During the course of his tenure, he consistently violated the agreement.

During the course of his tenure, he consistently violated the agreement.

We are in the process of reviewing all of our vendor agreements.

We are in the process of reviewing all of our vendor agreements.

The enterprise model is one that offers streamlined installation.

The enterprise model is one that offers streamlined installation.

Christian Dior acted quickly in an effort to limit any damage to the brand.

Christian Dior acted quickly in an effort to limit any damage to the brand.

They want to subscribe, but they don’t like the idea of paying $100 a month.

They want to subscribe, but they don’t like the idea of paying $100 a month.

An American will consume 21,000 entire animals in the course of a lifetime.

An American will consume 21,000 entire animals in the course of a lifetime.

We even toyed with the notion of setting up our own bottling plant.

We even toyed with the notion of setting up our own bottling plant.

The league has been encouraged by the fact that the International Series games were still attracting over 80,000 fans.

The league has been encouraged by the fact that the International Series games were still attracting over 80,000 fans.

It will make you wonder why we even bothered to apply in the first place.

It will make you wonder why we even bothered to apply in the first place.

However, at this time, this is a purely speculative argument.

However, at this time, this is a purely speculative argument.

He and his ship were, in fact, destined to play an outsized role in an impending drama that was to change the nature of seafaring navies forever.

He and his ship were, in fact, destined to play an outsized role in an impending drama that was to change the nature of seafaring navies forever.

Triad’s offer reflects the terms that were discussed in the telephone conference call that took place in August.

Triad’s offer reflects the terms that were discussed in the telephone conference call that took place in August.

He ran in order to catch the bus.

He ran in order to catch the bus.

The brief that was filed July 16 exceeded the court’s word limit.

The brief that was filed July 16 exceeded the court’s word limit.

Swanson is essentially arguing that he did not know of her ownership position.

Swanson is essentially arguing that he did not know of her ownership position.

It is the protagonist’s pursuit of his objective that we follow as the story unfolds, and it is this pursuit that draws us into the story.

It is the protagonist’s pursuit of his objective that we follow as the story unfolds, and it is this pursuit that draws us into the story.

The famous example that Alfred Hitchcock gave concerns a bomb that is placed under a table.

The famous example that Alfred Hitchcock gave concerns a bomb that is placed under a table.

Anchorage has a frost-free growing season that averages slightly over 101 days.

Anchorage has a Anchorage’s frost-free growing season that averages slightly over 101 days.

Apart from making homes, women have many additional tasks that are also essential for the survival of the tribes.

Apart from Besides making homes, women have women’s many additional tasks that are also essential for the survival of the tribes.

The president is allowed to pardon and forgive people before they leave office.

The president is allowed to may pardon and forgive people before they leave office.

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Physicians tasked with caring for athletes face competing interests: clear the player for the benefit of their common employer (the team) or withhold clearance to protect the player.

Physicians tasked with caring for athletes face competing interests: clear the player for the to benefit of their common employer (the team) or withhold clearance to protect the player.

The claims that Deloitte now makes for recovery of its settlement payments from the Rigases are identical to the contribution claims which Deloitte has, by operation of law, released.

The claims that Deloitte now makes for recovery of to recover its settlement payments from the Rigases are identical to the contribution claims which Deloitte has, by operation of law, already released by law.

This clear and unambiguous language simply does not contain any exception for class-wide claims.

This clear and unambiguous language simply does not contain any has no exception for class-wide claims.

Improves Flow by Converting Nouns to Verbs
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Failure to vacate the premises by May 31 constitutes an obvious violation of the lease.

Failure to vacate the premises by May 31 constitutes an obvious violation of obviously violates the lease.

The plaintiffs have not shown that it had any impact on the merger consideration.

The plaintiffs have not shown that it had any impact on affected the merger consideration.

Freezing temperature has a direct impact on the hydraulic arm’s travel distance.

Freezing temperature has a direct impact on directly affects the hydraulic arm’s travel distance.

The second step for obtaining a variance has the requirement that we submit a survey with the application.

The second step for obtaining a variance has the requirement requires that we submit a survey with the application.

Oxygen levels in the blood have an effect on the runner’s stamina.

Oxygen levels in the blood have an effect on affect the runner’s stamina.

Failure to vacate the premises by May 31 constitutes a violation of the Lease.

Failure to vacate the premises by May 31 constitutes a violation of violates the Lease.

A National Transportation Safety Board report shows that the company failed to complete an inspection of a pipeline under the city.

A National Transportation Safety Board report shows that the company failed to complete an inspection of inspect a pipeline under the city.

The supervisors completed a thorough inspection of the building.

The supervisors completed a thorough inspection of thoroughly inspected the building.

This is another reference to the fact that the Iberian Peninsula constitutes the southwest corner of the European continent.

This is another reference to the fact that the Iberian Peninsula constitutes being the southwest corner of the European continent.

The newspaper considered the legal ramifications, ultimately deciding to publish rather than scrap the story.

The newspaper considered the legal ramifications, ultimately deciding to publish publishing rather than scrap scrapping the story.

Adds Punch by Using Verbs Instead of Adjective Phrases
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This Counter Offer is reflective of the Seller’s need for immediate cash.

This Counter Offer is reflective of the reflects Seller’s need for immediate cash.

The judge was dismissive of the counsel’s argument.

The judge was dismissive of dismissed the counsel’s argument.

The discount applied is dependent upon the number of units per transaction.

The discount applied is dependent upon depends upon the number of units per transaction.

If the conditions are relevant to past violations, the same rule would be applicable.

If the conditions are relevant to relate to past violations, the same rule would be applicable.

Accustomed to the use of compulsory labor, they failed to adapt to the new conditions.

Accustomed to the use of using compulsory labor, they failed to adapt to the new conditions.

Makes Sentences Direct by Converting Participle Phrases to Verbs
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Warford did not know the IRS ​was going to investigate Smith’s returns before the IRS announced it ​was going to do so.

Warford did not know the IRS ​was going to would investigate Smith’s returns before the IRS announced it ​was going to do so.

It is not only ineffective, it ​ends up costing us more than the committee’s plan.

It is not only ineffective, it ​ends up costing costs us more than the committee’s plan.

Reduces Clunky Attempts to Sound More Sophisticated
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The head-to-head conflict between her and McMurphy reveals the essential character of each of them.

The head-to-head conflict between her and McMurphy reveals the their essential character of each of them.

The problem of describing the ways in which film and theatre diverge is a lot like trying to define the difference between a cat and a dog.

The problem of describing the ways in which how film and theatre diverge is a lot like trying to define the difference between a cat and a dog.

SGL provided a project supervisor who directed the work performed by Siding, Inc. and inspected the manner in which the work was performed.

SGL provided a project supervisor who directed the work performed by Siding, Inc. and inspected the manner in which how the work was performed.

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There can be no doubt that Chelsey Incorporated is a shell corporation.

There can be no doubt that Chelsey Incorporated is a shell corporation.

Despite the undeniable fact that the court would rule in Defendant’s favor, Plaintiff pursued its case.

Despite the undeniable fact that Although the court would rule in Defendant’s favor, Plaintiff pursued its case.

It is axiomatic that no final resolution of legal issues or choice of law is required.

It is axiomatic that No final resolution of legal issues or choice of law is required.

The purpose of this document is to explain the difference between an IRA and a Roth IRA.

The purpose of This document is to explain explains the difference between an IRA and a Roth IRA.

In this case, we need to focus on fundamentals.

In this case, Here, we need to focus on fundamentals.

Trims Legal Doublets and Triplets
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The estate of Robert Mulligan, by and through his undersigned counsel, as and for his Complaint against Bank of America Trust and Escrow Departments (collectively, "B of A" or "Defendants"), states as follows:

The estate of Robert Mulligan, by and through his undersigned counsel, as and for his Complaint against Bank of America Trust and Escrow Departments (collectively, "B of A" or "Defendants"), states as follows:

Each and every case must be given the same amount of consideration.

Each and Every case must be given the same amount of consideration.

This agreement is null and void if either party does not uphold their end of the deal.

This agreement is null and void if either party does not uphold their end of the deal.

Rigged games are part and parcel of the gambling industry.

Rigged games are part and parcel of the gambling industry.

Unless and until we receive payment, you will not receive our product.

Unless and until we receive payment, you will not receive our product.

Appropriate and proper attire is needed in the courtroom.

Appropriate and Proper attire is needed in the courtroom.

This is false and untrue.

This is false and untrue.

The new and novel question presented upon appeal is the propriety for reversal.

The new and novel question presented upon appeal is the propriety for reversal.

The court may take judicial notice of the fact that there is nothing new and novel in this idea which might constitute protectible property.

The court may take judicial notice of the fact that there is being nothing new and novel in this idea which might constitute protectible property.

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The financial projections for the years of 2016 through 2018 are attached hereto as Exhibit C (the "Financial Projections").

The financial projections for the years of 2016 through 2018 are attached hereto as Exhibit C (the "Financial Projections").

It was later re-titled “The Painters & Allied Trades Journal” (hereinafter the “Journal”).

It was later re-titled “The Painters & Allied Trades Journal” (hereinafter the “Journal”).

Investors’ rights vest therein on the date of purchase.

Investors’ rights vest therein on the date of purchase.

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Pursuant to legislation that took effect February 1, 2017, the fee for new applicants includes a charge for wetland mitigation.

Pursuant to Under legislation that took effect February 1, 2017, the fee for new applicants includes a charge for wetland mitigation.

Because the case in question was decided in Defendant’s favor, it made no sense to proceed.

Because the this case in question was decided in Defendant’s favor, it made no sense to proceed.

On November 1, 2006, CPC requested that the Fund review certain issues in connection with its assessment, and advised the Fund that it was part of a control group which was entitled to a credit in the event of a withdrawal liability assessment, pursuant to a 1994 settlement of prior assessments.

On November 1, 2006, CPC requested that the Fund review certain issues in connection with its assessment, and advised the Fund that it was part of a control group which was entitled to a credit in the event of a withdrawal liability assessment, pursuant to under a 1994 settlement of prior assessments.

The Complaint does not allege that the Individual Defendants had knowledge of any “specific information.”

The Complaint does not allege that the Individual Defendants had knowledge knew of any “specific information.”

Corporations and individuals are entitled to defend themselves from legal claims.

Corporations and individuals are entitled to may defend themselves from legal claims.

Hanson then argues that the Township was required to reevaluate its entire ordinance in light of that new duty and, more specifically, that the Township was required to conclude that the current restrictions on mineral extraction are necessary in relation to each and every one of the other statutory factors listed in §10603 in order to uphold the validity of its ordinance.

Hanson then argues that the Township was required had to reevaluate its entire ordinance in light of, given that new duty and, more specifically, that the Township was required had to conclude that the current restrictions on mineral extraction are necessary in relation to each and every one of all the other statutory factors listed in §10603 in order to uphold the validity of its ordinance.

The fact that the parties intended for the employment agreements to expire on April 30, 2006 is also confirmed by the negotiations between the parties prior to the execution of the employment agreements and the statements by Black Diamond's agents shortly before the initiation of this lawsuit.

The fact That the parties intended for the employment agreements to expire on April 30, 2006 is also confirmed by the negotiations between the parties prior to before the execution of the employment agreements and the statements by Black Diamond's agents shortly before the initiation of this lawsuit.

The sole dispute in this matter is whether the plaintiff is entitled to a rescission of the loan under the Truth in Lending Act.

The sole dispute in this matter is whether the plaintiff is entitled to a rescission rescind of the loan under the Truth in Lending Act.

We stand in agreement that this section has pertinence to any contract.

We stand in agreement agree that this section has pertinence pertains to any contract.

In fact, under this scenario, the only way the list could effectually convey property would be to comply with the provisions of NRS 133.045.

In fact, Under this scenario, the only way the list could effectually convey property would be to comply with the provisions of NRS 133.045.

RCW 19.40.031(a) states in relevant part:

RCW 19.40.031(a) states in relevant part:

Few cases are applicable to the determination of WRDC’s mine mouth location.

Few cases are applicable apply to the determination of WRDC’s mine mouth location.

Pursuant to the provisions of said agreement of lease, the parties hereto desire to terminate the Agreement as to all of the lands covered thereby, save and except that portion of said lands hereinafter described.

Pursuant to Under the provisions of said agreement of lease, the parties hereto desire to terminate the Agreement as to all of the lands covered thereby, save and except that portion of said the lands hereinafter described.

Even assuming arguendo that this assertion is correct, Plaintiff has failed to establish his injuries.

Even assuming arguendo that if this assertion is correct, Plaintiff has failed to establish his injuries.

The foregoing evidence is consistent with the testimony of Mr. Wagers' co-worker, Robert Dillard.

The foregoing evidence is consistent follows with the testimony of Mr. Wagers' co-worker, Robert Dillard.

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They were anxious to begin negotiations.

They were anxious eager to begin negotiations.

Hardware maintenance is comprised of recurring payments for extended warranty and support for critical hardware components.

Hardware maintenance is comprised of comprises recurring payments for extended warranty and support for critical hardware components.

The scout team honed in on the injured animal.

The scout team honed homed in on the injured animal.

He was adverse to re-applying for the loan.

He was adverse averse to re-applying for the loan.

My client implied from his warning that he should not proceed.

My client implied inferred from his warning that he should not proceed.

For appellate courts in 2017, that meant less briefs were filed.

For appellate courts in 2017, that meant less fewer briefs were filed.

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The League was reluctant to come to its peoples’ aid.

The League was reluctant to come to its peoples’ people’s aid.

The federal class’ counsel and Lead Plaintiffs have the power to replace the plaintiff trustee.

The federal class’ class’s counsel and Lead Plaintiffs have the power to replace the plaintiff trustee.

The movie Chinatown is not a docudrama, its a fiction.

The movie is not a docudrama, its it’s a fiction.

Voting is not only a right, its a responsibility.

Voting is not only a right, its it’s a responsibility.

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When it falls on November 22 or 23, it is not the last Thursday, but the penultimate Thursday.

When it falls on November 22 or 23, it is not the last Thursday, but the penultimate second to last Thursday.

Cook, with a full-time job he was loath to give up, was making noises about quitting.

Cook, with a full-time job he was loath reluctant to give up, was making noises about quitting.

Simplicity Mode

Examples of Simplicity Mode Suggestions

Helps You Use Familiar Words.
With this mode selected, you’ll get suggestions to improve readability by
simplifying complex language.

Replaces Difficult Words with Familiar, Simple Words
Guideline or Advice
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accompany
go with, go along with

The chemical reactions a substance may undergo and the energy changes that may accompany it are limited by certain basic rules known as “chemical laws.”

The chemical reactions a substance may undergo and the energy changes that may accompany go along with it are limited by certain basic rules known as “chemical laws.”

accomplish
carry out, do

It took much preparation to accomplish this in the time allotted.

It took much preparation to accomplish do this in the time allotted.

accurate
correct, exact, right

Accurate storm warnings can be provided with our improved meteorological models.

Accurate Correct storm warnings can be provided with our improved meteorological models.

address
discuss, focus on, deal with

This does not address the ethical considerations of these treatment protocols.

This does not address deal with the ethical considerations of these treatment protocols.

adjacent to
next to

The galleria is adjacent to the boardwalk.

The galleria is adjacent next to the boardwalk.

advantageous
helpful, useful

Protective coloring (camouflage) was advantageous in hiding from predators.

Protective coloring (camouflage) was advantageous useful in hiding from predators.
advise
recommend, tell

The physician advised the elderly man to practice balance exercises.

The physician advised recommended that the elderly man to practice balance exercises.

apparent
clear, plain, think, seem

It was apparent to them that the sugar-free substitute was inferior.

It was apparent to them that They thought the sugar-free substitute was inferior.

appropriate
proper, right (or omit)

Myoblasts follow chemical signals to the appropriate locations, where they fuse into elongate skeletal muscle cells.

Myoblasts follow chemical signals to the appropriate proper locations, where they fuse into elongate skeletal muscle cells.

assist
aid, help

The hospital agreed to assist in transitioning patients to long-term care.

The hospital agreed to assist help in transitioning patients to long-term care.

attain
meet, reach

Right after attaining top speed, the biplane suffered a catastrophic engine failure.

Right after attaining reaching top speed, the biplane suffered a catastrophic engine failure.

attempt
try

We should attempt to consume more dietary fiber.

We should attempt try to consume more dietary fiber.

benefit
help

We hosted a fundraiser to benefit the humane society.

We hosted a fundraiser to benefit help the humane society.

caveat
warning, exception

One caveat is worth noting.

One caveat exception is worth noting.

 
commence
begin, start

A state official may not commence or pursue litigation under certain conditions.

A state official may not commence begin or pursue litigation under certain conditions.

comply with
follow

We must comply with legitimate requests from law enforcement.

We must comply with follow legitimate requests from law enforcement.

component
part

The shop obtains and sells automotive components.

The shop obtains and sells automotive components parts.
concerning
about, on

The facts concerning the loan have been admitted by the defendants.

The facts concerning about the loan have been admitted by the defendants.

consolidate
combine, join, merge

The clubs were consolidated into a larger organization.

The clubs were consolidated combined into a larger organization.

constitutes
is, forms, makes up

Industrial production constitutes 40% of the region’s gross domestic product.

Industrial production constitutes is 40% of the region’s gross domestic product.

contains
has

The museum’s art collection contains over 30,000 items.

The museum’s art collection contains has over 30,000 items.

convene
meet

Officials convened at the annual conference in Rome.

Officials convened met at the annual conference in Rome.

deem
believe, consider, think

Content deemed offensive will be banned from school grounds.

Content deemed considered offensive will be banned from school grounds.

demonstrate
prove, show

This treatment has not demonstrated effectiveness in double-blind clinical studies.

This treatment has not demonstrated shown effectiveness in double-blind clinical studies.

depart
leave

He departed after three months.

He departed left after three months.

desire
want, wish

He desired to master the science of astronomy.

He desired wanted to master the science of astronomy.

determine
decide, figure, find

The specimen was determined to be a new species of tree frog.

The specimen was determined found to be a new species of tree frog.

disclose
show, reveal

It is the duty of a trustee to disclose all the facts about the trust to the beneficiary.

It is the duty of a trustee to disclose reveal all the facts about the trust to the beneficiary.

discontinue
drop, stop

We had to discontinue carrying that line of athletic apparel.

We had to discontinue stop carrying that line of athletic apparel.

disseminate
give, issue, pass, send, distribute

The information was disseminated electronically and via hard copies.

The information was disseminated distributed electronically and via hard copies.

employ
use

When employing hearing aids, careful calibration is needed.

When employing using hearing aids, careful calibration is needed.

encounter
meet, face, found

The main problem encountered was faulty wiring.

The main problem encountered faced was faulty wiring.

endeavor
try

We endeavored to find a mutually satisfactory solution.

We endeavored tried to find a mutually satisfactory solution.

ensure
make sure

By using rigged games, the casino owners ensured that their losses were never greater than their profits.

By using rigged games, the casino owners ensured that made sure their losses were never greater than their profits.

establish
set up, prove, show, create

Marriage is a union between spouses that establishes rights and obligations between them.

Marriage is a union between spouses that establishes creates rights and obligations between them.

evidenced
showed

This is evidenced by the field observations recorded.

This is evidenced shown by the field observations recorded.

evident
clear

Your distress is evident from your reaction.

Your distress is evident clear from your reaction.

exhibit
show
Many materials exhibit a crystalline structure.

Many materials exhibit show a crystalline structure.

expedite
hasten, speed up

The new procedures have expedited the manufacturing process.

The new procedures have expedited sped up the manufacturing process.

expeditious
fast, quick

He was commendably expeditious in carrying out his duties as chairperson.

He was commendably expeditious quick in carrying out his duties as chairperson.

expend
spend

We expended a lot of energy on this project.

We expended spent a lot of energy on this project.

expertise
ability, knowledge

They evaluated the surgeon’s expertise related to the patient’s condition.

They evaluated the surgeon’s expertise knowledge related to the patient’s condition.

expiration
end

Unfortunately, the device failed just days after the expiration of the warranty.

Unfortunately, the device failed just days after the expiration end of the warranty.

finalize
complete, finish

The bank finalized the transaction this morning.

The bank finalized finished the transaction this morning.

furnish
give, send

The company furnished me with a new laptop.

The company furnished gave me with a new laptop.

identical
same

The plaintiffs in both cases seek identical relief.

The plaintiffs in both cases seek identical the same relief.

implement
carry out, start, make

Once this program of study was implemented, the number of applicants increased.

Once this program of study was implemented started, the number of applicants increased.

indicate
show, write down, state

He looked for any indication that the deer was about to bolt.

He looked for any indication sign that the deer was about to bolt.

initial
first

Her initial approach was to study the nearby habitats.

Her initial first approach was to study the nearby habitats.

initiate
start, start, make

The county initiated a new fire prevention program.

The county initiated started a new fire prevention program.

inter alia

Mr. Smith moved to block the Motion to Compel because, inter alia, he claimed that the other side did not bring the motion within 45 days of the last discovery request.

Mr. Smith moved to block the Motion to Compel because, inter alia, he claimed that the other side did not bring the motion within 45 days of the last discovery request.

large portion, various portions, largest portion
part, much, many

The specifications called for asbestos in various portions of the cables.

The specifications called for asbestos in various portions many parts of the cables.

magnitude
size, amount

He was intimidated by the sheer magnitude of the waves.

He was intimidated by the sheer magnitude size of the waves.

maintain
keep, support, has

The state maintains 52 state parks.

The state maintains has 52 state parks.

minimum
least, smallest

We require a minimum of ten students to hold the class.

We require a minimum of at least ten students to hold the class.

modify
change

They modified the car’s engine to run on biodiesel.

They modified changed the car’s engine to run on biodiesel.

necessitate
cause, need, require

The renovation was necessitated by the flood damage.

The renovation was necessitated by needed because of the flood damage.

numerous
many

There are numerous reasons to delay our decision.

There are numerous many reasons to delay our decision.

objective
aim, goal

The main objective of this movement was to encourage scientific literacy.

The main objective goal of this movement was to encourage scientific literacy.

obligate
bind, compel, require, must, had

Team members are contractually obligated to participate in fundraising events.

Team members are contractually obligated required to participate in fundraising events.

observe
see

This explains the behavior observed in captivity.

This explains the behavior observed seen in captivity.

operate
run, use, work

Founded in 1990, the hospital is operated by the country’s Department of Health.

Founded in 1990, the hospital is operated run by the country’s Department of Health.

optimal
best, greatest, most, ideal, best

Curing allows concrete to achieve optimal strength and hardness.

Curing allows concrete to achieve optimal ideal strength and hardness.

option
choice, way

A consensus model (the agreement of a group of experts) might be a viable option for coordinating design efforts.

A consensus model (the agreement of a group of experts) might be a viable option good choice for coordinating design efforts.

permit
let, allow

She generously permitted us to sample several confections.

She generously permitted let us to sample several confections.

portion
part

The Defendants’ motion to strike the Report or portions of it should be denied.

The Defendants’ motion to strike the Report or portions parts of it should be denied.

possess
have, own

Smith’s counsel confirmed that their client possesses confidential company information on her computer.

Smith’s counsel confirmed that their client possesses has confidential company information on her computer.

practicable
practical, possible

The series of procedures is complicated but still practicable to carry out.

The series of procedures is complicated but still practicable possible to carry out.

preclude
prevent

This practice precludes any corrections after publication.

This practice precludes prevents any corrections after publication.

previous
earlier, before

Previous to that, images could only be printed in black and white.

Previous to Before that, images could only be printed in black and white.

prior to
before

Prior to the opening of the new restaurant, they did extensive menu testing.

Prior to Before the opening of the new restaurant, they did extensive menu testing.

prioritize
rank, focus on

We prioritized demographic diversity over standardized test scores.

We prioritized focused on demographic diversity over standardized test scores.

proceed
do, try, move forward, went on (or omit)

The parade proceeded to the fairgrounds.

The parade proceeded went on to the fairgrounds.

procure
get (or omit)

They procured the necessary supplies.

They procured got the necessary supplies.

proficiency
skill

She reached an impressive level of proficiency in making sales.

She reached an impressive level of proficiency skill in making sales.

provide
give, offer, say, state

The settlement provides that the corporation will reinstate technical support for their product.

The settlement provides states that the corporation will reinstate technical support for their product.

purchase
buy

We could purchase a finished product rather than building one ourselves.

We could purchase buy a finished product rather than building one ourselves.

regarding
about, of, on

Until then, he had pushed aside all questions regarding it.

Until then, he had pushed aside all questions regarding it.

relocate
move

The facility was relocated to a different part of the city.

The facility was relocated moved to a different part of the city.

represents
is

This represents a discount of 20% from the retail price.

This represents is a discount of 20% from the retail price.

require
must, need, have to

We are required to thoroughly clean the kitchen.

We are required have to thoroughly clean the kitchen.

reside
live

The college freshmen reside on campus.

The college freshmen reside live on campus.

retain
keep

Fortunately, we were able to retain the most productive consultants.

Fortunately, we were able to retain kept the most productive consultants.

selection
choice

The selection of the best livestock was made by the fair judges.

The selection choice of the best livestock was made by the fair judges.

subsequent
later, next

Admissions were discounted for the subsequent two weeks.

Admissions were discounted for the subsequent next two weeks.

substantial
large, much

The bill was approved by a substantial majority of the legislature.

The bill was approved by a substantial large majority of the legislature.

therefore
so

The base of operations was in a different state, and the charges therefore were not exempt from taxation.

The base of operations was in a different state, and so the charges therefore were not exempt from taxation.

viable
practical, workable, possible
With advances in technology, this approach became viable.

With advances in technology, this approach became viable possible.

witnessed
saw

We witnessed the space shuttle launch.

We witnessed saw the space shuttle launch.

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accorded
given

The competitors were accorded equal access to the practice facilities.

The competitors were accorded given equal access to the practice facilities.

adverse impact on
hurt, set back

The airborne pollutants had an adverse impact on the aquatic vegetation.

The airborne pollutants had an adverse impact on hurt the aquatic vegetation.

afford an opportunity
allow, let

The scientists were afforded the opportunity to thoroughly investigate this phenomenon.

The scientists were afforded the opportunity allowed to thoroughly investigate this phenomenon.

allocate
divide, give

The proportion of aid allocated to agriculture fell by 5% in just two years.

The proportion of aid allocated given to agriculture fell by 5% in just two years.

anticipate
expect

We anticipate that global warming will lead to disruptions in weather patterns.

We anticipate expect that global warming will lead to disruptions in weather patterns.

appreciable
many

In the past year, inflation has increased appreciably faster.

In the past year, inflation has increased appreciably much faster.

approximate
about

The island’s population is approximately 3.2 million.

The island’s population is approximately about 3.2 million.

ascertain
find out, learn, determine

The FDA cannot ignore such disclosures in ascertaining whether a clinical trial was conducted properly.

The FDA cannot ignore such disclosures in ascertaining determining whether a clinical trial was conducted properly.

combat environment
combat

Doubts persist about the relatively small ship, which is not designed to operate in a combat environment.

Doubts persist about the relatively small ship, which is not designed to operate in a combat environment.

enumerate
count, list

She enumerated the options for moving forward with the project.

She enumerated listed the options for moving forward with the project.

equipments
equipment

Germany’s most common exports are vehicles, chemical goods, electrical equipments, and pharmaceuticals.

Germany’s most common exports are vehicles, chemical goods, electrical equipments equipment, and pharmaceuticals.

facilitate
ease, help, contact

A sign language interpreter can facilitate the inclusion of hearing-impaired participants.

A sign language interpreter can facilitate help with the inclusion of hearing-impaired participants.

feasible
can be done, workable, possible

The mechanic reported that it was feasible to recharge the battery.

The mechanic reported that it was feasible possible to recharge the battery.

forfeit
give up, lose

Under the terms of this deal, he would forfeit the right to appeal.

Under the terms of this deal, he would forfeit give up the right to appeal.

herein
here (or omit)

They willfully disregarded the conditions listed herein.

They willfully disregarded the conditions listed herein.

herewith
below, here (or omit)

A request for judicial notice was filed concurrently herewith.

A request for judicial notice was filed concurrently herewith.

impacted
affected, changed

Other factors impacted the drug’s efficacy.

Other factors impacted affected the drug’s efficacy.

incumbent upon
must

It is incumbent upon the state to provide public education.

It is incumbent upon The state to must provide public education.

methodology
method

The lab developed methodology based on the latest clinical findings.

The lab developed methodology methods based on the latest clinical findings.

modifications
changes

Cranial modifications like horns and crests are typical sauropod traits.

Cranial modifications changes like horns and crests are typical sauropod traits.

monitor
check, watch, track

She carefully monitored the herd’s movements.

She carefully monitored tracked the herd’s movements.

notify
let know, tell

The company must notify independent contractors of any changes in status.

The company must notify tell independent contractors of about any changes in status.

notwithstanding
in spite of, still, although

Notwithstanding the fact that some students lag behind, we must move on with our curriculum.

Notwithstanding the fact that Although some students lag behind, we must move on with our curriculum.

promulgate
issue, publish

The court promulgated its decision in October.

The court promulgated issued its decision in October.

remainder
rest

He packed up the remainder of the pizza.

He packed up the remainder rest of the pizza.

remuneration
pay, payment

They accepted remuneration by credit card or personal check.

They accepted remuneration payment by credit card or personal check.

said, some, such
the, this, that

Because of the breach of said warranties, Plaintiff suffered injuries and economic loss.

Because of the breach of said the warranties, Plaintiff suffered injuries and economic loss.

state-of-the-art
latest, modern

It has state-of-the-art technology.

It has state-of-the-art modern technology.

subject
the, this, your
She offered expert evidence on the sole cause of the subject accident.

She offered expert evidence on the sole cause of the subject accident.

therein
there

These rates do not apply to products in Annex I, for which the rates shall be progressively reduced as provided therein.

These rates do not apply to products in Annex I, for which the rates shall be progressively reduced as provided therein.

thereof
its, their

Neither this lot nor any portion thereof shall be used in a way that prevents compliance with the regulations in this Resolution.

Neither this lot nor any portion thereof part of it shall be used in a way that prevents compliance with the regulations in this Resolution.

transmit
send

The data was transmitted using secure protocols.

The data was transmitted sent using secure protocols.

utilize, utilization
use

Greywater recycling was utilized to reduce irrigation costs.

Greywater recycling was utilized used to reduce irrigation costs.

validate
confirm

We validated our hypothesis with several experimental trials.

We validated confirmed our hypothesis with several experimental trials.

warrant
call for, permit, says

The contractor warrants that all specifications will be met.

The contractor warrants says that all specifications will be met.

whereas
because, since, but (or omit)

Whereas most emails are edited, many text messages are sent with little review.

Whereas While most emails are edited, many text messages are sent with little review.

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as prescribed by
in, under

He took the medication as prescribed for treatment of hypertension.

He took the medication as prescribed for treatment of hypertension.

in accordance with
by, following, per, under

Their affidavits are not admissible evidence in accordance with Fed. R. Civ. P. 56(c)(2).

Their affidavits are not admissible evidence in accordance with under Fed. R. Civ. P. 56(c)(2).

in lieu of
instead

We offer store credit in lieu of a refund.

We offer store credit in lieu instead of a refund.

interpose no objection
don’t object

The attorney general interposed no objection to this.

The attorney general interposed no objection did not object to this.

pertaining to
about, of, on (or omit)
Humboldtian based his model on Schleiermacher's ideas pertaining to the importance of freedom of debate in universities.

Humboldtian based his model on Schleiermacher's ideas pertaining to about the importance of freedom of debate in universities.

provided that
if

The Agreement let Smith buy the land, provided that the parties could agree to the material terms of such a contract.

The Agreement let Smith buy the land, provided that if the parties could agree to the material terms of such a contract.

pursuant to
seems, think

Pursuant to the terms of the Agreement, the Defendant is in default and owes the Plaintiff $5,000.00.

Pursuant to the terms of Under the Agreement, the Defendant is in default and owes the Plaintiff $5,000.00.

set forth in
explained

For the reasons set forth in detail in the Plaintiffs’ Memorandum of Law In Support of Motion To Vacate or Modify Arbitrator's Award, the Fund asks the Court to vacate the UVB Determination Ruling.

For the reasons set forth in detail explained in the Plaintiffs’ Memorandum of Law In Support of Motion To Vacate or Modify Arbitrator's Award, the Fund asks the Court to vacate the UVB Determination Ruling.

set forth in
in

The new ordinances may not impose conditions on the operations as set forth in this act.

The new ordinances may not impose conditions on the operations as set forth in this act.

sufficient
enough (or omit)

There must be sufficient cells to produce the required enzyme.

There must be sufficient enough cells to produce the required enzyme.

under the provisions of
under

Many states created new institutions under the provisions of the Morrill Act.

Many states created new institutions under the provisions of the Morrill Act.

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additional
added, more, other

Additional examples were provided due to the students’ interest.

Additional More examples were provided due to the students’ interest.

failed to
didn’t

The Space Shuttle first launched in 1981, but the US Congress failed to approve sufficient funds to make Freedom a reality.

The Space Shuttle first launched in 1981, but the US Congress failed to did not approve sufficient funds enough money to make Freedom a reality.

in view of
since, because

He won the case, but the jury awarded him only $1,000.00 in view of his existing wealth.

He won the case, but the jury awarded him only $1,000.00 in view because of his existing wealth.

inasmuch as
since, because

Inasmuch as a necessary step in the pre-flight process is checking to make sure the controls move freely, a problem with rigging would have been detected before takeoff.

Inasmuch as Because a necessary step in the pre-flight process is checking to make sure the controls move freely, a problem with rigging would have been detected before takeoff.

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accordingly
so (or omit)

And those who generate the most are rewarded accordingly.

And those who generate the most are rewarded accordingly.

consequently
so (or omit)

Pepper jack cheese melts smoothly and consequently is an excellent choice for making macaroni and cheese.

Pepper jack cheese melts smoothly and consequently is an excellent choice for making macaroni and cheese.

currently
now (or omit)

The organization is currently raising funds for a new Institute of Contemporary Arts.

The organization is currently raising funds for a new Institute of Contemporary Arts.

frequently
often

Baby sea turtles are frequently eaten by predators.

Baby sea turtles are frequently often eaten by predators.

immediately
at once, right away

The alarm was set for immediately after sunrise.

The alarm was set for immediately right after sunrise.

previously
before (or omit)

It was previously located at a private military academy.

It was previously located at a private military academy.

subsequently
after, later, then

A provisional government subsequently restored order to the colony.

A provisional government subsequently then restored order to the colony.

successfully

To receive approval, the draft needs to enter and successfully complete the standardization process.

To receive approval, the draft needs to enter and successfully complete the standardization process.

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a number of
some

A number of members petitioned for significant changes to protocols.

A number of Many members petitioned for significant changes to protocols.

at the present time
at present, now

All the dining halls are self-catered at present.

All the dining halls are self-catered at present.

during the period
during

The Center was also founded as a semi-autonomous division during this time period.

The Center was also founded as a semi-autonomous division during this time period.

during this time

Some small towns in the sixth century BC disappeared during this time; they likely became part of larger neighboring towns.

Some small towns in the sixth century BC disappeared during this time; they likely became part of larger neighboring towns.

for a period of
for

She worked for the company for a period of 10 years.

She worked for the company for a period of 10 years.

in a timely manner
on time, promptly

When I get an email from a lawyer, I always respond in a timely fashion.

When I get an email from a lawyer, I always respond in a timely fashion promptly.

limited number
limits, a few

Due to potential damage to the liver, PUVA therapy may be used only a limited number of times over a patient’s lifetime.

Due to potential damage to the liver, PUVA therapy may be used only a limited number of few times over a patient’s lifetime.

not later than 10 May
by 10 May, before 11 May, by and within

Entries for the competition must be postmarked not later than Friday night.

Entries for the competition must be postmarked not later than by Friday night.

not later than 1600
by 1600

The loan closed in June 2007, so the Plaintiffs had to assert their rescission claim no later than June 2010.

The loan closed in June 2007, so the Plaintiffs had to assert their rescission claim no later than by June 2010.

time period
period

Any records kept prior to that time period will still be retained.

Any records kept prior to before that time period will still be retained.

period

Mothers of some species nurse their young for a relatively short period of time.

Mothers of some species nurse their young for a relatively short period of time.

time

Here, “protected information” is defined as information that cannot be replicated by a competitor in such a brief period of time.

Here, “protected information” is defined as information that cannot be replicated by a competitor in such a brief period of time.

until such time as
until

Bridge construction should finish in December; until such time, drivers must take the detour.

Bridge construction should finish in December; until such time then, drivers must take the detour.

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kind

It was the kind of thing that made tourists happy.

It was the kind of thing that made tourists happy.

type

Teachers use both types of assessment to measure in-class learning.

Teachers use both types of assessment assessments to measure in-class learning.

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it appears
seems, think

It appeared to her that the first option was preferable.

It appeared to her that She thought the first option was preferable.

it is best
should

It is best for people to do their taxes on time.

It is best for People should to do their taxes on time.

it is essential
must, need to

It is essential that candidates provide digital copies of their resumes.

It is essential that Candidates must provide digital copies of their resumes.

it is not surprising
unsurprising

It is not surprising then that the doctor’s faulty methods lead to poor outcomes.

It is not surprising then that Not surprisingly, the doctor’s faulty methods lead to poor outcomes.

it is predicted
likely

If extinction continues at its current rate, it is predicted that climate change will wipe out half of all plant and animal species over the next century.

If extinction continues at its current rate, it is predicted that climate change will likely wipe out half of all plant and animal species over the next century.

it is requested
please, we request, I request

At the venue, it is requested that you do not take photos unless you have media credentials.

At the venue, it is requested that you please do not take photos unless you have media credentials.

it is

Although it is true that overexposure to silica does present a health risk, it is equally true that many statutes already prohibited such overexposures.

 

Although it is true that overexposure to silica does present a health risk, it is equally true that many statutes already prohibited such overexposures.

there are

There are many aspects of television that should be addressed, including media violence.

There are Many aspects of television that should be addressed, including media violence.

there is

There is an additional dispute that involves the two countries.

There is An additional dispute that involves the two countries.

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be advised

Please be advised that our offices will be closed for the holiday on Monday.

Please be advised that Our offices will be closed for the holiday on Monday.

in the process of

The school is also in the process of developing an arboretum on campus.

The school is also in the process of developing an arboretum on campus.

in the process of
when

Managers make many strategic and tactical decisions in the process of identifying and satisfying customer needs.

Managers make many strategic and tactical decisions in the process of when identifying and satisfying customer needs.

on an intermittent basis
intermittently

About half of citizens in developing countries receive water only on an intermittent basis.

About half of citizens in developing countries receive water only on an intermittent basis intermittently.

on a regular basis
regularly

Minor earthquakes occur on a regular basis.

Minor earthquakes occur on a regular basis regularly.

take action to

They will take action to tackle this persistent problem.

They will take action try to tackle this persistent problem.

the use of

There were severe health risks associated with the use of the products.

There were severe health risks associated with the use of the products.

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addressees are requested
please (or omit)

Any addressees are requested to call the office if questions remain.

Any addressees are requested to Please call the office if questions remain.

arrive onboard
arrive

There might be changes to our regular services, so please check their status when you arrive onboard.

There might be changes to our regular services, so please check their status when you arrive onboard.

as a means of
to

Western businessmen promoted U.S. Route 66 as a means to bring tourism and industry to the West.

Western businessmen promoted U.S. Route 66 as a means to bring tourism and industry to the West.

by means of
by, with

They provide health care services by means of contracting private health insurance companies.

They provide health care services by means of contracting private health insurance companies.

close proximity
near

Secondhand smoke exposure results from being in the proximity of smokers.

Secondhand smoke exposure results from being in the proximity of near smokers.

due to the fact that
due to, since, because

The change was also due to the fact that citizens found the original name difficult to pronounce.

The change was also due to the fact that citizens found finding the original name difficult to pronounce.

has a requirement for
needs

The organization has a requirement that members pay an annual fee.

The organization has a requirement requires that members pay an annual fee.

in an effort to
to

Film companies often spend several million dollars on marketing in an effort to improve chances of receiving movie awards.

Film companies often spend several million dollars on marketing in an effort to improve chances of receiving movie awards.

in order that
in order to

This information should be provided unedited in order that a comprehensive investigation can be performed.

This information should be provided unedited in order that so a comprehensive investigation can be performed.

in regard to
about, concerning, on, regarding

They will make changes in order to convince their investors to approve the project.

They will make changes in order to convince their investors to approve the project.

in the amount of
for

In regard to the description of how the new system will be used, it is based on information from those familiar with the development of the new system.

In regard to As for the description of how the new system will be used, it is based on information from those familiar with the development of the new system.

in the event of
if

The agency approved a charge in the amount of $67.00.

The agency approved a charge in the amount of $67.00.

in the near future
shortly, soon

In the event of any inconsistency between the terms of any Order and this Agreement, the terms of the Agreement shall prevail.

In the event of If any inconsistency arises between the terms of any Order and this Agreement, the terms of the Agreement shall prevail.

in view of the above
so, because (or omit)

Other large airports plan to make terminal upgrades in the near future.

Other large airports plan to make terminal upgrades in the near future soon.

is applicable to
applies to

In light of the above, the defendant’s argument that there is no evidence of ownership interest is disingenuous.

In light of the above, The defendant’s argument that there is no evidence of ownership interest is disingenuous.

is authorized to
may, could

The revisions to Regulation A37 are applicable to this case.

The revisions to Regulation A37 are applicable apply to this case.

is permitted to
may

The City is authorized to audit the records and accounts of lessors that fit this description.

The City is authorized to may audit the records and accounts of lessors that fit this description.

provides guidance for
guides

The pilot is permitted to change the aircraft’s clocks at a time following the aircraft’s entry into another time zone.

The pilot is permitted to may change the aircraft’s clocks at a time following the aircraft’s entry into another time zone.

similar to
like

The user’s manual provides clear guidance to clients who must operate the machinery.

The user’s manual provides clear guidance to clearly guides clients who must operate the machinery.

with the exception of
except for

The new furnishings were similar to the previous ones.

The new furnishings were similar to like the previous ones.

with the exception of
except for

Georgia Public Radio reaches all of its state (with the exception of the Atlanta area, which is served by WABE).

Georgia Public Radio reaches all of its state (with the exception of except for the Atlanta area, which is served by WABE).

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