When we’re writing, we’re in creative mode. There are some things we just aren’t aware of, which is why we have beta readers, a professional proofreader, or a copy editor review our material when we‘re finished. One thing you want to look for in our writing is redundant terms. Here are some examples:
10 AM in the morning: 10 AM says it all, folks, unless there
is a parallel universe where we have 10 AM in the evening. I’ve yet to go there.
The reason why: The reason is good enough. You don’t need the
word why.
The end result: The result is sufficient. No need for “and” or “final.”
As opposed to what? The semifinal result? The final, final, final result? Something
that occurred after the end result? No, you are good with, “The result was
great.”
My past experience: All experience has taken
place in the past. I don’t even like the term “lived experience,” although I
recognize it has ideological connotations and is frequently used for emphasis.
But if you’re writing generally, without emphasis, you can simply say, “my
experience.”
Close proximity: Merriam-Webster dictionary defines
proximity as closeness. So, you are saying the same thing twice. You could easily
say, “He lived in proximity to the grocery store.” Most people clarify with
close, but it’s really unnecessary.
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