# Reduce Wordiness: Examples & How to Fix It

> 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.

**URL:** https://humanit.app/writing/reduce-wordiness  ·  **Updated:** May 2026  ·  Humanit

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.

## How it works

1. **Spot 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”.
2. **Apply 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”.
3. **Check your sentence** — Paste your text into the grammar checker below — it flags the issue and shows the correction.
4. **Re-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.

**Before → after**

| ❌ 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 |

## FAQ

**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 — your first run needs no account, and a free account adds 5 more, each up to 1,500 words. They are a one-time grant, not a daily allowance. Upgrade for a word pool that removes the per-run cap, or use the free iOS app.

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_Last updated: June 2026._