I think about this all the time. So many writers go out of their way to sound impressive or smart. But after reading a sentence like that, I think, why didn’t they just simplify this with common words that everyone can follow. Instead they confuse people and alienate those that didn’t get an Ivy League degree. On the other hand, I don’t think anyone should dumb down their writing. There’s definitely a way to not do either of these extremes. Love these videos!
I’ve never liked it either, and thought it a marketing ploy in a silly attempt to somehow glamorize what’s being sold. But, isn’t it interesting the term “pre owned vehicles” is now commonly used in the industry. So apparently it’s worked, and is now commonly accepted. Also I’ve occasionally used the phrase “at the present time,” to infer what I’m doing at *this* moment, but it is likely to change very soon. I find it’s a good modifier that prevents, or should prevent, misunderstandings at a later time. Call me “crazy.”
I think about this all the time. So many writers go out of their way to sound impressive or smart. But after reading a sentence like that, I think, why didn’t they just simplify this with common words that everyone can follow. Instead they confuse people and alienate those that didn’t get an Ivy League degree. On the other hand, I don’t think anyone should dumb down their writing. There’s definitely a way to not do either of these extremes. Love these videos!
Came here to rant about 'utilize' in the title, was immediately satisfied lol
I love the last tip :) I use "at the moment" a lot in my work communication. Not "at the present moment", but I still think "now" would be enough.
I definitely find I do this a lot and it’s a good reminder to look for puff words in my editing.
I’ve never liked it either, and thought it a marketing ploy in a silly attempt to somehow glamorize what’s being sold. But, isn’t it interesting the term “pre owned vehicles” is now commonly used in the industry. So apparently it’s worked, and is now commonly accepted.
Also I’ve occasionally used the phrase “at the present time,” to infer what I’m doing at *this* moment, but it is likely to change very soon.
I find it’s a good modifier that prevents, or should prevent, misunderstandings at a later time.
Call me “crazy.”
Yes! No strings of puffery!
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