Word Choice & Economy
Wordiness
Flags bloated phrases that can be replaced with shorter, stronger alternatives.
What It Does
Matches 70+ wordy phrases against a curated database of concise replacements. Catches business-speak, redundant modifiers, and circumlocutions.
Why It Matters
Every unnecessary word dilutes your prose. "Due to the fact that" is four wasted words when "because" does the same job. Concise writing is more vivid and respects the reader's time.
What Gets Flagged
| Severity | Example | Why | Suggested Revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hint | "in order to catch the train" | 3 extra words | "to catch the train" |
| Hint | "due to the fact that" | Circumlocution | "because" |
| Hint | "unexpected surprise" | Redundant modifier | "surprise" |
| Hint | "at this point in time" | Business-speak | "now" |
Configuration
No configuration options. Phrase database is built-in.
Technical Details
- Source:
prose-craft - Scope: Line-level
- Method: Regex phrase matching against 70+ wordy→concise pairs