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  • Asked on March 28, 2021 in Grammar.

    Use active constructions, with the most action-oriented verb as the adjective. People often make the mistake of using a noun or an active construct as a subject, followed by a passive construct.

    “The demolition of the ground is on. The removal of the rubble is underway.” ” This is poor style. The action is conveyed by the subject, not the verb.

    They are removing the rubble now. “This represents better style. When an active word is one

    that doesn’t exist, the word gives away a verb.

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