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ERIC Number: EJ994617
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012-Apr
Pages: 7
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Common Expositional Problems in Students' Papers and Theses
Colburn, Forrest D.; Uphoff, Norman
PS: Political Science and Politics, v45 n2 p291-297 Apr 2012
Words should be chosen and used carefully so that they convey the meaning or meanings that you intend--and do not convey any unintended or double meanings. Writing should leave little ambiguity or uncertainty about what you are referring to--unless some purposeful ambiguity is desired. Sometimes words that are abstract or superficial may be chosen to suit the writer's purpose. For example, there is a long tradition of euphemistic writing. But such use of words should be well-considered and deliberate, not the result of carelessness or indifference.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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