Reduce Wordiness: the rule, with examples
Wordiness is using more words than your meaning needs. Replace empty phrases with single words — “due to the fact that” becomes “because”, “at this point in time” becomes “now” — and cut words that repeat an idea already stated. Paste your own sentence into the free checker below to fix it in one click.
Wordiness is using more words than your meaning needs. Replace empty phrases with single words — “due to the fact that” becomes “because”, “at this point in time” becomes “now” — and cut words that repeat an idea already stated.
How it works
- 1Spot the pattern. Hunt for filler stems: “due to the fact that”, “in order to”, “the reason why is that”, “there is/are… that”, and doubled-up pairs like “each and every” or “end result”.
- 2Apply the rule. Swap the filler phrase for its one-word equivalent, or delete it. Turn “there are many students who struggle” into “many students struggle”.
- 3Check your sentence. Paste your text into the grammar checker below — it flags the issue and shows the correction.
- 4Re-read it. Read the corrected version aloud to confirm it says exactly what you meant.
The rule
Every word should earn its place. If a phrase can be replaced by one word — or deleted entirely — without losing meaning, it is wordy and should go.
How to spot it
Hunt for filler stems: “due to the fact that”, “in order to”, “the reason why is that”, “there is/are… that”, and doubled-up pairs like “each and every” or “end result”.
How to fix it
Swap the filler phrase for its one-word equivalent, or delete it. Turn “there are many students who struggle” into “many students struggle”.
The most common mistake
Padding sentences with “in order to”, “at this point in time”, and “the fact that” — phrases that add length but no information. If you’re not sure whether your sentence has the problem, paste it into the checker above — it catches this and explains the fix in plain language.
| ❌ Incorrect | ✓ Corrected | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Due to the fact that it was late, we left. | Because it was late, we left. | “Due to the fact that” → “because” |
| There are many factors that affect the result. | Many factors affect the result. | Cut “there are… that” |
| At this point in time, we are unable to proceed. | We cannot proceed now. | Tighten the filler phrases |
Frequently asked questions
Which sentence should be revised to reduce wordiness?
The one carrying filler phrases like “due to the fact that”, “in order to”, or “there are… that” — each can be replaced by a single word or cut entirely without changing the meaning.
Does cutting words change my meaning?
No — done right, you remove only words that repeat or pad. The grammar checker preserves your facts and intent while tightening the phrasing.
How do I check my own writing for this?
Paste your text into the free grammar checker on this page. It flags the issue, suggests a correction, and explains why — so you learn the rule, not just the fix.
Is it free?
Yes — 3 free runs every day with up to 500 words per run, no credit card to start. Upgrade for a larger word pool, or use the free iOS app.