Business Writing Tips from The Writing Center
Business Grammar - Sentence Structure (6)
April 12, 2007
We wrap up our sentence structure review with a final
suggestion and a chance to win free access to one of our online
courses.
6. Avoid these common illogical
construction errors:
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Ambiguous or incomplete
comparisons
- Mixed metaphors (using two or
more implied comparisons together that don't belong together)
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Illogical shifts (derailing of the
train of thought)
Quick Practice / Contest
Directions: Identify the type of logic error in each of the
following sentences, then rewrite the sentences so that they are clear
and logical. The first person to submit the correct responses by e-mail
to the
editor@uliveandlearn.com will receive free access to our
Business Grammar Program (a $99 value).
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Almost all the bags lost
by the airlines do turn up within 24 hours and will be returned to
you.
- These reports are
clearer than last month.
- My boss hates
visitors as much as her husband.
The need for an incentive program for safe workers and a new awareness
of proper lifting procedures will greatly cut your insurance costs.
-
Bob is usually very
persuasive, but he can't get to first base with ABC's management.
They're not willing to roll with the punches any longer.
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