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Rule "the question whether (whether) etc."

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Description: the question whether (whether) etc.
Message: Wordiness: Consider shortening this phrase.
Category: Redundant Phrases (ID: REDUNDANCY)
Link: https://languagetool.org/insights/post/whether-vs-if/#when-to-use-%E2%80%9Cwhether%E2%80%9D
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • The question as to whether or not it is difficult is not our concern.
    Correction suggestion: Whether, Whether or not, As to whether, The question whether, As to whether or not
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ID: WHETHER [1]
Version: 6.5-SNAPSHOT (2024-04-25 22:33:07 +0200)