Question

Underline the slang, jargon and cliches in the following sentences. Then, change the slang, jargon, and clichés into clearer expressions.

     1.    Students are required to present their CORs to their professors.
     2.    Administer amoxicillin 250 mg. q2h.
     3.    What goes around, comes around.
     4.    In Testimony Whereof, the seal of the university and the signatures of the President and the Registrar of the university are hereunto affixed.
     5.    This pizza tastes yucky.
     6.    Please sign the form on page 4. ASAP.
     7.    Every cloud has a silver lining.
     8.    Herewith please find attached the data that we gathered in the research findings.
     9.    I have 2K in my wallet.
     10. Millions have suffered the ravages of COVID-19.
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Answer 1

• Slang: CORs. Clearer expression: Course Outline Records.
• Jargon: amoxicillin 250 mg. q2h. Clearer expression: Take 250 mg of amoxicillin every 2 hours.
• Cliché: What goes around, comes around. Clearer expression: Actions have consequences.
• Jargon: Testimony Whereof. Clearer expression: Statement of fact.
• Slang: yucky. Clearer expression: unpleasant or disgusting.
• Acronym: ASAP. Clearer expression: As Soon As Possible.
• Cliché: Every cloud has a silver lining. Clearer expression: There is always something positive in a negative situation.
• Formal language: Herewith please find attached. Clearer expression: I have attached the data.
• Slang: 2K. Clearer expression: $2,000.
• Metaphor: the ravages of COVID-19. Clearer
• expression: the harmful effects or impact of COVID-19.

In general, using clear language helps to avoid misunderstandings and ensures that information is easily understood by all parties involved. Avoiding slang, jargon, clichés, and acronyms can help to make communication more accessible to a broader audience.

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