Coffee With Cole: The Digital Writing Podcast 8 Tiny But Powerful Tips To Write Better Sentences
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Jan 20, 2026 Discover why great writers aren't born but made, with practical tips that can elevate your writing. Learn to end sentences on a strong note for more impact. Dive into the importance of defining terms before using contractions to enhance clarity. Master the art of writing economically by paring down unnecessary words. Avoid monotony by varying word choice and limiting uncommon words. Explore the two-comma rule for better flow, and tighten your prose by cutting out excess adverbs. Small edits can lead to big improvements!
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End Sentences On Impactful Words
- Make the last word of each sentence the most impactful word to strengthen the sentence.
- Ending with weak small words like "is" dilutes your sentence's punch.
Define Terms Before Contractions
- Define a term fully before using its contraction or abbreviation to avoid excluding readers.
- Introduce the full phrase once (with the contraction in parentheses), then use the contraction later.
Write Economically And Edit Ruthlessly
- Aim to express ideas in the most economical, efficient wording possible.
- Write the idea, remove filler words, then reorder to correct grammar and tighten the sentence.