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There are two ways to correct a vague pronoun reference.
Change the pronoun to the noun which it is replacing:
Daisy and Mazie paid a visit to her father. (visited whose father?)
- Daisy and Maizie paid a visit to Daisy's father.
Change the wording of the sentence:
- Daisy paid a visit to her father with Maizie.
- Maizie paid a visit to her father with Daisy.
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The best way to correct a vague pronoun reference is to clearly identify the noun that the pronoun is referring to. You can do this by rephrasing the sentence to include the specific noun or by adding more context to clarify the reference. Additionally, using specific pronouns like "it," "he," or "she" instead of generic ones like "this," "that," or "it" can help eliminate ambiguity.
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Which word is a pronoun he who laughs will last?
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What is the best description of a pronoun's antecedent?
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Is the pronoun in this sentence correct... Both the teachers and the students were delighted at him receiving such high SAT scores?
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What is the pronoun for Tracy and Cortney live near school?
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What pronoun best completes this sentence In charter the organization is listed as non-profit. its you their?
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What pronoun can be used for church?
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Is it correct to say 'with reference to the mail below'?
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