(2093rd of a series)

In the previous two columns we took up these three reference word strategies to enliven our writing and avoid needless repetition — (1) the use of repeated action words, (2) the use of sequence words, and (3) the use of demonstrative reference words. This time we'll take up these other two reference word strategies in the good writing repertoire—(4) the use of broader meaning words for particular words earlier used, and (5) the use of summary words to clarify or emphasize the nature or context of various subjects already discussed.

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