Use single words instead of phrases (2)

Matching exercise

Items on the left (phrases); Items on the right (single words)
in light of the fact that
until such time as
under the provisions of
(we are) in receipt of
with reference to the fact that
that being the case
it is recommended that
has the ability to
in a timely manner
in many cases
be in a position to
at the present time
due to the fact that

 

Better English for everyoneQuiz created by Atty. Gerry T. Galacio, Better English for everyone; available interactive exercises are (1) reviewers on legalese and their Plain English / Plain Language equivalents, (2) quizzes on avoiding big words, legalese, and jargon, (3) quizzes on avoiding redundancies, and (4) Before and After examples. Please read Plain Language / Plain English for government offices and private companies (definitions, principles, measurable benefits, countries that have adopted Plain Language, etc.)