Words you can cut when refining your article

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Do you reread the text you have written?

The process of polishing a finished piece of writing,

that is what we call "refining."

We tend to check for typos and omissions here,

but it is also possible to refine it to be more readable.

There are many things to consider, but

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Of course, simplifying your sentences is also effective for readability.

This time, to help you simplify,

I will introduce words that are "okay to cut."

It is fine to cut them.

In fact, your writing might become sharper.

The word you should cut is I think that....

⭕️ You can be confident in your claims

I understand the urge to write "I think that...".

What if I am wrong?, you might think.

I have those moments too.

But think about it.

In this world, no one knows what the absolute truth is.

Besides, a claim is "your own thought",

or "your own opinion".

Note is also a place to enjoy your opinions.

It is perfectly fine to make your claims with confidence.

⭕️ The benefits of cutting "I think"

1️⃣ Simple and readable

Writing is all about the first impression.

You can cut four characters by removing "I think."

Is four characters really that much?

Those four characters make a big difference.

Which one is easier to understand at a glance?

Naturally, the shorter sentence.

Short, readable sentences are,

Pay attention to every single character as you trim and complete it.

2️⃣ It makes for a powerful piece of writing

By not using phrases like "I think that..."

your writing becomes more assertive.

Being assertive makes your writing easy to understand and creates a sense of strength.

Your argument comes across directly.

Writing that readers can understand without having to think,

this is also an element of clear writing.

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