Redundant Words and Phrases

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What is a redundant word or phrase?

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A redundant word or phrase is one that is unnecessary or superfluous, adding no extra meaning or value to the sentence.

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Identify the redundant word in the sentence: 'The two twins look exactly alike.'

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exactly

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Identify the redundant word in the sentence: 'He added an extra bonus to the package.'

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extra

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Identify the redundant word in the sentence: 'She absolutely adores her new puppy.'

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absolutely

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What is the purpose of removing redundant words or phrases in writing?

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To improve clarity, conciseness, and readability, and to avoid repetition.

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What does 'superfluous' mean in the context of writing?

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Superfluous means unnecessary or more than enough; in writing, it refers to words or phrases that do not add value.

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Provide an example of a redundant phrase.

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'Free gift' is a redundant phrase because a gift is inherently free.

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What is the effect of redundancy on writing?

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Redundancy can make writing unclear, verbose, and less engaging.

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Identify the redundant word in the phrase: 'Past history.'

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history (all history is past).

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What is a concise sentence?

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A concise sentence is one that expresses an idea clearly and directly, without unnecessary words.