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What makes writing more readable?

What makes writing more readable?

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Writing text that can be understood by as many people as possible seems like an obvious best practice. But from news media to legal guidance to academic research, the way we write often creates barriers to who can read it. Plain language—a style of writing that uses simplified sentences, everyday vocabulary, and clear structure—aims to remove those barriers.

You can see it in action right here! Click the text next to each paragraph to read it in plain language.

You can see it in action right here! Click the text next to each paragraph to read it in plain language.

You can also use the toggle on the top right to switch everything to plain language. Or use the “p” key on your keyboard.

You can also use the toggle on the top right to switch everything to plain language. Or use the “p” key on your keyboard.

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