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127 Top Business Jargon Examples [And How to Fix Them]
Skilled business writing rejects jargon. Yet, industry-specific phrases and buzzwords are very commonly used. Even the best writers can fall into the jargon trap if they’re not careful.
Fortunately, by using the right perspective, you can be revise jargon out of your text or avoid it in the first place.
This article will highlight the perspective that is needed to easily identify confusing jargon. To start you off on your jargon hunt, we’ve also prepared our list of the top 127 jargon and gobbledygook examples in business writing.
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