We all want to avoid using the same phrases in our communications,
but it's difficult not to fall into the trap of "corporate-speak."
Here are some synonyms that will help you broaden your use of
language and better communicate in plain-spoken English.
Manufacture (v.): build, engineer, craft, assemble,
develop, construct
Panel (n.): pool, group, handful, team, collection, network
Collect (v.): acquire, draw [up], request, assemble,
research, develop
Inclement (adj.): severe, harsh, ruthless, unpleasant,
distressing, rough
USAGE NOTE: PRINCIPAL AND PRINCIPLE
The two words are often confused but actually have no meanings in
common.
PRINCIPLE is used only as a noun and typically refers to a
rule or standard.
PRINCIPAL can be used as either a noun or an adjective. In
general usage as a noun, it refers to a person of high position or
playing an important role. As an adjective, it has the sense of
“chief” or “leading.”
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