SC suggests words to avoid when writing
Law students and lawyers are known to use big words in their writings and dialogues but it appears that the Supreme Court (SC) is not impressed with this. In a 2005 guideline, the Court suggested that some words be avoided and, instead, simpler words be used. Supreme Court (2005). Alternative Use of Words. The Supreme Court, citing Clear and Effective Legal Writing, 124. December 15, 2005.
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Total
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Sue
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By
By reason of
Because of
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Constitute
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Consider
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While
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During
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In May
Effect settlement
Settle
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Contracted
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Think, see, regard
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Happen
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End
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Complained
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Moved
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Begin
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Applied
Made provision
Provided
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Keep, continue, support
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Examine
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Require
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Despite
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Daily
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By
On the ground that
Because
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By
Originate
Start
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Ask, inquire
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Mention
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Motion to vacate
Per annum
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Searched
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Limit
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Before
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Keep
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At one's own peril
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End, finish
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How
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Transmit
Send
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Happen
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Until
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To
Utilize
Use
With regard to
About
Without the Philippines
Outside the Philippines
Whether or not Whether