Pleonastic

Pro Tip 1/3

Common Mistakes

Watch for overusing pleonastic phrases which can make writing seem cluttered.

Avoid saying 'each and every one' when 'everyone' is clear and concise.

Pro Tip 2/3

Written Clarity

In academic contexts, being concise is preferred over pleonastic writing.

Instead of saying 'due to the fact that,' use 'because.'

Pro Tip 3/3

Spoken vs. Written

Pleonastic expressions may be more acceptable in casual spoken language but less so in writing.

I got up at 7 a.m. in the morning.