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Rule "close scrutiny/proximity (scrutiny/proximity)"

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Description: close scrutiny/proximity (scrutiny/proximity)
Message: This is verbose. Consider writing: close to.
Category: Redundant Phrases (ID: REDUNDANCY)
Link: https://languagetool.org/insights/post/wordy-phrases-style/#correcting-wordy-phrases
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • The majority of Jannali's enterprises are located within close proximity to the suburb's railway station.
    Correction suggestion: close to
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ID: CLOSE_SCRUTINY [1]
Version: 6.2-SNAPSHOT (2023-05-28 20:33:02 +0000)