Find wordy phrases, filler words, redundant expressions, and clichés in your writing. Make every word count.
Phrases that use more words than necessary.
"in order to" → "to"
"due to the fact that" → "because"
"at this point in time" → "now"
Word combinations where one word is unnecessary.
"past history" → "history"
"free gift" → "gift"
"end result" → "result"
Words that add no meaning to your sentence.
"basically", "actually", "literally"
"really", "very", "quite"
"just", "that being said"
Overused phrases that weaken your writing.
"at the end of the day"
"think outside the box"
"low-hanging fruit"
Concise writing is easier to read, more persuasive, and shows respect for your reader's time. Cutting redundancy makes your key points stand out and keeps readers engaged.
Not always. Some filler words serve a purpose in casual writing or speech. The key is awareness— know when you're using them deliberately versus out of habit. In professional writing, fewer is usually better.
A score above 80 is excellent. 60-80 is good with room for improvement. Below 60 suggests significant wordiness. However, some contexts (casual blogs, personal essays) can tolerate more filler than business writing.
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