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[[File:developingbrief.jpg|thumb|upright=2| Brevity relies on focusing your thoughts.]] | |||
As one of the [[Foundational_Writing_Skills#Brief_and_Concise|foundational writing skills]], Brevity is essential for all writing. It forces the writer to be more intentional with their words and keeps readers from having to read through chunks of unneeded text. | |||
=== Writing for Brevity === | === Writing for Brevity === | ||
When writing for brevity, try to avoid "humbug and general vagueness"<ref>Carroll, 14</ref>. Orwell suggests that you do the following: | When writing for brevity, try to avoid "humbug and general vagueness"<ref>Carroll, 14</ref>. Orwell suggests that you do the following: | ||