Exploring Writing 2nd Edition by John Langan

Exercise 128

Cross out the inflated words in each sentence. Then substitute clear, simple language for the inflated words.
EXAMPLE
A man dressed in odd attire accosted me on the street.
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1. John utilized Natalie's conceptualization to create a video on YouTube.
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2. My six-year-old daughter plans to facilitate a termination of world hunger.
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3. Leanne aspires to legally change her identification to "Li Ahn."
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4. I enlightened the cashier about the calculation discrepancy on our bill.
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5. Only Jonah comprehended what transpired at the finalization of the movie.
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