Plain explanation
- • foundation
metaphor·strong signal
Should you replace “cornerstone”?
“cornerstone” can sound generic when it substitutes emphasis for a concrete fact or action.
This phrase is an editing signal, not evidence that AI wrote the text.
Alternatives by context
Evidence-led writing
- • name the action
- • state the measurable result
Keep it
“The date is carved into the building's cornerstone.”
Keep it when the word is literal, technical, quoted, legally defined, or otherwise precise.
Revise it
Our revolutionary bottle delivers a seamless hydration experience with robust construction.
The 750 ml stainless-steel bottle keeps drinks cold for 18 hours and has a leak-resistant lid.
Buying decisions need specifications, not unmeasured superlatives.
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