RULE 10 -- EXAMPLES

Incorrect -- Correct

  • A refund was given to him by the hair regeneration company.
  • The hair regeneration company gave him a refund.

  • A good score was achieved by the team.
  • The team achieved a good score.

  • A box of chocolates and a dozen roses were presented to the girl by her boyfriend.
  • The boyfriend presented a box of chocolates and a dozen roses to the girl.



    • RULE 10 -- REFERENCES

    More information about this rule is available from the following sources.

    Online Resources:
  • The Elements of Style: rule 11

    Printed References: (see References section)
  • Hacker: G2-h






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