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ID111967
Title ProperCommon expositional problems in students' papers and theses
LanguageENG
AuthorColburn, Forrest D ;  Uphoff, Norman
Publication2012.
Summary / Abstract (Note)Words should be chosen and used carefully so that they convey the meaning or meanings that you intend-and do not convey any unintended or double meanings. Writing should leave little ambiguity or uncertainty about what you are referring to-unless some purposeful ambiguity is desired. Sometimes words that are abstract or superficial may be chosen to suit the writer's purpose. For example, there is a long tradition of euphemistic writing. But such use of words should be well-considered and deliberate, not the result of carelessness or indifference.
`In' analytical NotePolitical Science and Politics Vol. 45, No.2; Apr 2012: p.291-297
Journal SourcePolitical Science and Politics Vol. 45, No.2; Apr 2012: p.291-297
Key WordsCommon Expositional Problems ;  Double Meanings ;  Student