What the rule matches
Matches maintained hedge-led parenthetical constructions.
filler · implemented rule
Parenthetical hedge
A parenthetical aside performs nuance without changing the claim.
False-positive boundary
Keep a parenthetical that supplies a precise definition, citation, or exception.
Positive and negative fixtures
Rule matches
“The market is growing (at least in theory, according to the current narrative) this year.”
Rule does not match
“Revenue grew in two regions but fell in the third.”
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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