Overuse Removal: The Final Countdown

Step 5: Eliminate all unnecessary words, phrases, and sentences.

Be ruthless. Be brutal. Cut to the heart of the matter.

Example: Instead of "The sun was shining brightly in the clear blue sky," say "Sun was bright."

Practice, practice, practice. Make it a habit.

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