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When you write, use precise, descriptive adjectives to create
clear images for your readers and to help make your writing more
interesting.

Vague Adjective                Precise Adjectives

I photographed a big pyramid.  I photographed a massive
                               Mexican pyramid.

              Connect Grammar to Writing

As you revise your friendly letter this week, look for opportunities
to replace vague adjectives with descriptive adjectives. Using
descriptive adjectives will help readers visualize what you are
writing about.

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