WRONG WORDING

Definition: Incorrect or inappropriate choice of words in a sentence or phrase, leading to unclear, misleading, or offensive communication.

Synonyms: Bad Phrasing, Incorrect Language, Improper Expression, Mistaken Words, Inaccurate Wording

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Always proofread to catch instances of wrong wording.

A: Good morning, Sarah. I noticed there was some confusion in the email you sent yesterday regarding the project deadline.B: Good morning, Mark. Yes, I apologize for that. I realized afterward that there was some wrong wording in the email.A: No problem, mistakes happen. Could you clarify what you meant by 'flexible timeline'?B: Of course. By 'flexible timeline,' I meant that we can adjust the deadline based on the progress of the project.A: Got it. It might be better to use 'adjustable deadline' instead to avoid any confusion in the future.B: That's a good point. I'll make sure to use clearer wording in my future communications. Thank you for bringing it to my attention.

WRONG WORDING

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