You can over-use the word “can,” as I just did. “Can” is another one of those throw-away words you should strive to eliminate from your write. It increases passivity when you insert it. It also implies you won’t get things done.
Hmmm, we “can” finish the job. Shouldn’t that be: “Finish the job” or “we will finish the job?”
When you eliminate “can” you take hesitancy and indecision out of the equation. Instead, you’ll make a definitive statement and be more likely to move your readers in the direction you want.
“I know it’s possible we can finish this project early” is better put: “We will finish this project early.” Or, “We’re going to finish the project early.”
When you write, give your work a quick go-over to see if you “can” remove the “can’s.” See how to remove them. Remove them. There, now I can feel better. Oh, well, I know I can do better.
Hmmm, we “can” finish the job. Shouldn’t that be: “Finish the job” or “we will finish the job?”
When you eliminate “can” you take hesitancy and indecision out of the equation. Instead, you’ll make a definitive statement and be more likely to move your readers in the direction you want.
“I know it’s possible we can finish this project early” is better put: “We will finish this project early.” Or, “We’re going to finish the project early.”
When you write, give your work a quick go-over to see if you “can” remove the “can’s.” See how to remove them. Remove them. There, now I can feel better. Oh, well, I know I can do better.