
Verbiage
Avoid Overusing
Use 'verbiage' to suggest that a simpler or shorter way of saying something is possible.

Your essay has good points, but there's a lot of verbiage to sort through.
Clarity Over Complexity
'Verbiage' often implies that the speaker could be clearer by using fewer words.

The instructions are full of verbiage, making them hard to follow.
Editing Necessary
When you encounter 'verbiage', consider it a cue to edit for conciseness.

There's too much verbiage in this paragraph; try to be more concise.
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