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joblessjake

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on: Jun 23, 2018
What is an expletive? Why should you avoid expletives in business writing?

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What is a hidden verb? Why should you avoid hidden verbs? Give an example of a hidden verb and an appropriate revision.


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Juro

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Reply #1 on: Jun 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

An expletive is an expression such as there is or it is that begins a clause or sentence and for which the pronoun has no antecedent. Expletives should be avoided because their meaning may be vague.

Answer to Question 2

A hidden verb is a word that is used in its noun form, thus weakening the action of the sentence. An example is made an announcement instead of announced. Verbs describe action. When the noun form is used, the sentence is wordy and lacks clear action..


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Reply 2 on: Jun 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Gracias!

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