Sentences

surplusage in a sentence

n.

Definition

Surplusage refers to unnecessary or excessive words or information that do not contribute to the main point or argument.

Sample Sentences

  1. The report was filled with surplusage that obscured the main argument.
  2. In her writing, she often avoided surplusage, opting for clarity and conciseness instead.
  3. The lawyer cautioned against the use of surplusage in the contract to ensure its enforceability.
  4. Surplusage in the speech detracted from the speaker's central message and confused the audience.
  5. He learned to edit his work meticulously to eliminate any surplusage that might weaken his points.

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