Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 49, December 7, 2024
Section 15.144 - Expressions to be avoided(a)Forbidden words. Avoid the following terms altogether: above (as an adjective) | said (as a substitute for "the," "that," or "those") |
aforesaid |
afore-mentioned | same (as a substitute for "it," "he," "him," etc.) |
and/or |
before-mentioned | to wit |
herein | whatsoever |
hereinafter | whensoever |
hereinbefore | wheresoever |
provided that |
(b)Pairs of words having same effect. Avoid the following pairs of words having the same effect: authorize and empower | each and all |
by and with | each and every |
final and conclusive | order and direct |
from and after | over and above |
full and complete | sole and exclusive |
full force and effect | type and kind |
made and entered into | unless and until |
null and void |
(c)Pairs of words having different effect. Avoid the following pairs of words one of which includes the other and use the broader or narrower terms as the substance requires: any and all | desire and require |
authorize and direct | means and includes |
by and under |