1. “Pimp my Write”
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2. STAR
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3. TAR: Substitute
Replace:
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Overused words
Weak verbs with strong verbs
Weak adjectives with strong adjectives
Common nouns with proper nouns
“Dead” words

4. S AR: Take Out
Take Out:
• Unnecessary repetitions
• Unimportant or irrelevant words
• Parts that might belong in another piece

5. ST R: Add
Add:
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Detail
Description
New information
Figurative language
Clarification of meaings
Expanded ideas

6. STA : Rearrange
Rearrange:
• The sequence to produce a desired effect
• The order for a more logical flow