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

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Description: close scrutiny/proximity (scrutiny/proximity)
Message: This phrase is a bit redundant. Consider using just \2.
Category: Redundant Phrases (ID: REDUNDANCY)
Link: https://languagetool.org/insights/post/wordy-phrases-style/#correcting-wordy-phrases
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • Their manifesto yesterday received the same close scrutiny as the other two big parties — and it was an uncomfortable experience.
    Correction suggestion: scrutiny
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Check the following text against just this rule:

ID: CLOSE_SCRUTINY [2]
Version: 6.5-SNAPSHOT (2024-05-01 22:33:07 +0200)