YAYGR (yet another Yuri grammar rant)
Today's word: would.
For those who would frequently use the word, "would," I would tend to think that you would be able to eliminate the word, "would," from many of the instances where you would use it.
OR
If you frequently use the word, "would," try leaving it out. You might be surprised at how often you include it needlessly.
I'm not sure if it's because including "would" makes people feel like they're speaking/writing in a more sophisticated manner or if it's an attempt to soften the blow of an otherwise harsh opinion, but I've noticed that it's being used with increasing frequency. Even worse is the heinous combination, "would tend." More examples:
"I would tend to agree."
Just say, "I agree."
"I would think."
Try, "I think." Even better, if you're expressing your opinion, don't even include, "I think." It denotes insecurity.
"I would recommend."
How about, "I recommend?"
/YAYGR (for today)
Today's word: would.
For those who would frequently use the word, "would," I would tend to think that you would be able to eliminate the word, "would," from many of the instances where you would use it.
OR
If you frequently use the word, "would," try leaving it out. You might be surprised at how often you include it needlessly.
I'm not sure if it's because including "would" makes people feel like they're speaking/writing in a more sophisticated manner or if it's an attempt to soften the blow of an otherwise harsh opinion, but I've noticed that it's being used with increasing frequency. Even worse is the heinous combination, "would tend." More examples:
"I would tend to agree."
Just say, "I agree."
"I would think."
Try, "I think." Even better, if you're expressing your opinion, don't even include, "I think." It denotes insecurity.
"I would recommend."
How about, "I recommend?"
/YAYGR (for today)