English & Language Usage · Knowledge of language
Sentence Clarity and Modifiers
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Correct misplaced modifiers and ambiguity without changing the intended meaning.
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Revise without changing meaning
Clarity depends on grammar and on an unmistakable relationship among ideas. First state the intended meaning; then choose the smallest revision that preserves it.
Place limiting modifiers such as only, almost, and nearly beside what they limit. “Only Jamal reviewed the file” excludes other reviewers; “Jamal reviewed only the file” excludes other things.
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