What the rule matches
Matches a maintained future-facing conclusion template.
structure · implemented rule
Generic conclusion
An ending gestures toward the future without a decision, implication, or next step.
False-positive boundary
A quoted slogan or deliberate open ending may use the same words.
Positive and negative fixtures
Rule matches
“The pilot produced mixed results, and only time will tell what happens next.”
Rule does not match
“The pilot reduced support time but did not improve activation.”
One possible revision
It is important to note that the trial included only twelve participants, and this limitation is pivotal.
The trial included only twelve participants, which limits the conclusion.
Lead with the evidence and explain its consequence.
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