On that piece of paper, list the main idea of each paragraph under the thesis statement. Therefore, it is useful to read the paper through once as you bear in mind whether or not the student or teacher or friend who will be reading it will understand what you are saying. Try substituting concrete or personal subjects with active verbs. When an act becomes illegal, some people find it more attractive. Use Active Verbs Since verbs tend to carry the meaning of your sentences, use the most precise and active ones possible.
Inflation threatens our economy.
There were several reasons for the United States' entrance into the war. The United States entered the war for several reasons. Replace Colloquialisms with Fresh and more Precise Statements Because colloquialisms tend to be used so often, they also are not very precise in meaning. A hassle, for example, can be an annoyance, an argument, or a physical fight. Her behavior first stunned, then delighted me.