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Rule "so as to (to)"

This is one of many errors that LanguageTool can detect.

Description: so as to (to)
Message: 'So as to' expresses purpose and is used in formal texts. Consider using <suggestion>to</suggestion>.
Category: Redundant Phrases (ID: REDUNDANCY)
Link: https://languagetool.org/insights/post/synonyms-of-in-order-to/
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • We worked hard so as to increase our sales.
    Correction suggestion: to
ID: SO_AS_TO [1]
Version: 6.6-SNAPSHOT (2024-11-21 22:33:10 +0100)