In this task, we ask you to rewrite a sentence in simple English without changing its general meaning. Essentially, you want to make the sentence easier to read by using simpler words, utilizing more straightforward sentence structures, and omitting non-essential information etc.
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Question: In astronomy , cosmogony refers to the study of the origin of particular astrophysical objects or systems , and is most commonly used in reference to the origin of the universe , the Solar System , or the Earth – Moon system .

Answer: In astronomy , cosmogony is the study of the origin of things like the universe , the Solar System , or the Earth – Moon system .


Question: Belarus declared itself sovereign on 27 July 1990 by issuing the Declaration of State Sovereignty of the Belarusian Soviet Socialist Republic .

Answer: Belarus said it was free on 27 July 1990 .


Question: In common law legal systems , precedent is a principle or rule established in a previous legal case that is either binding on or persuasive for a court or other tribunal when deciding subsequent cases with similar issues or facts .

Answer:
In common law legal systems , a precedent or authority is a legal case that establishes a principle or rule .