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Title: I was today old when I...
Post by: R. C. on May 30, 2023, 10:29:02 PM

In an effort to really tighten up my words, I found this:

"In writing, always consider whether you should use the passive or active voice. It will depend on what you, the writer, want to convey: if you want to draw attention to the doer, use the passive voice; if your intent is to put the focus on the action, then you should go for the active voice."

From: British Council (https://www.britishcouncil.my/english/courses-adults/learning-tips/when-to-use-the-active-and-passive-voice-in-writing)

How I did not know this before getting old is a conundrum.

R.C.

Title: Re: I was today old when I...
Post by: Crystal on May 31, 2023, 04:28:33 AM

Passive voice is not a common issue in fiction writing. It's more often a problem in PR (and everyday conversation), when actors are trying to eschew responsibility.