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False concession

A concession performs balance but never identifies the opposing evidence.

What the rule matches

Matches maintained ‘while X is impressive’ and similar templates.

False-positive boundary

Keep a concession when both sides are concrete and supported.

Positive and negative fixtures

Rule matches

“While growth is impressive, the platform continues to transform the entire market.”

Rule does not match

“Monthly growth reached 12%, but churn also rose from 3% to 5%.”

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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