Controlling written rhythm

Varying sentence length can highlight ideas and avoid monotony.

Varying sentence length can highlight ideas and avoid monotony. A short sentence can emphasise a point after explanation; a longer one can express complex relationships if it stays clear.

Practical examples

The evidence is incomplete. Further work is needed.

الأدلة غير مكتملة. نحتاج إلى عمل إضافي.

Although the results are promising, their application depends on conditions not yet tested.

رغم أن النتائج واعدة، يعتمد تطبيقها على ظروف لم تُختبر بعد.

The distinction matters.

هذا التمييز مهم.

Check your understanding

1. Why might a writer use a short sentence after a long explanation?
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