Revising for Clarity $-$ Dropping Clich$$s$,$ Avoiding Slang and Buzzwords, Rescuing Buried Verbs, and Controlling Exuberance

Wordy and unclear writing makes it difficult for your reader to understand your message. During the revision process, revise for clarity by dropping clich$$s$,$ avoiding slang and buzzwords, rescuing buried verbs, and controlling exuberance.

Which of the following are clich$$s that should be dropped from your business messages? Check all that apply.

Exception to the rule

Beyond a shadow of a doubt

Stand your ground

Better than new

Which of the following sentences use slang or buzzwords? Check all that apply.

I bombed that presentation!

The industry has experienced a paradigm shift, and our company is positioned to perform well.

I'll process the invoice by the end of the day.

Please meet me in the conference room.

Let's take a solutions$-$oriented approach to the matter.

Read the passage, and then answer the question.

$[1]$ We will prepare your information packet immediately. $[2]$ While we compile your packet, please complete the attached form.