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GLOSSARY

What is plain language?

DEFINITION

Plain language is writing that is clear and easy for its intended audience to understand the first time. It uses familiar words, active voice and short sentences.

The US government's Digital.gov guidance describes it as content that is clear and easy to understand for a specific audience. Nielsen Norman Group reports that expert readers also prefer it.

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