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Nowadays, lots of people like living in the city.

Nowadays, many people enjoy living in urban areas.

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There are many things about education.

One significant aspect of education is the development of critical thinking.

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Firstly pollution is a problem secondly it causes diseases.

Firstly, pollution is a problem; secondly, it causes disease.

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People… People… People…

Use varied structures: While many people…, Although some believe…, It is often said…

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Things are changing very fast in today’s world.

Society and technology are evolving rapidly in today’s world. 

(avoid vague language - what things?)

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It’s important to study.

It is important to study.

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Important… important… important…

Use synonyms: crucial, essential, significant.

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However many people disagree.

However, many people disagree.

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Should we all recycle more? Of course we should!

Avoid questions; use statements instead.

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“Education” is very important for the society.

Education is very important for society. 

(Careful with misusing quotation marks or emphasis marks )

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I think cities are better.

It can be argued that cities offer more advantages. 

(do not overuse personal phrases)

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good, bad, big, small

beneficial, disadvantageous, significant, minor

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It is believed that.... it is considered that .... it is said that...

Mix active and passive for clarity.

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We need to recycle, reduce waste, etc.

Avoid etc. – finish your list properly.

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So yeah, that’s why cities are better places to live in.

For these reasons, cities can be considered better places to live.

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This idea is cool but kinda risky.

This idea is appealing but somewhat risky.

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A lot of people think…

Many people believe… / A large number of individuals consider…/ It is widely belived..

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People need education. It is important. It helps them.

Combine ideas: Education is important because it helps people progress. 

(do not use too simple or short sentences)

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kind of, a bit, really, like

Replace with formal alternatives: somewhat, rather, quite.

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Every coin has two sides.

While there are advantages, there are also certain disadvantages. 

(do not use clichés or memorised phrases)

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I’m going to talk about why technology is good.

This essay will examine the advantages of modern technology.

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It’s terrible that people don’t recycle!

It is regrettable that recycling is often neglected. 

( do not use overly emotional or subjective language)

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When you travel, you learn a lot.

Travelling allows individuals to gain knowledge. 

(be careful with the overuse of You and We)

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Everyone prefers living in cities nowadays.

Many people prefer living in cities nowadays. 

(do not overgeneralize)

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The improvement of communication has led to the development of better collaboration.

Improved communication has led people to collaborate more effectively. 


(too many nouns, not enough verbs)

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