# Tidy Words

> A short list of overused words to avoid in prose, with plainer replacements.

- Skill: `larrysequino/tidy-words` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add larrysequino/tidy-words`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/larrysequino/tidy-words/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: LarrySequino (https://skillmd.com/u/larrysequino)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/larrysequino/tidy-words

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# Tidy Words

Replace: utilize -> use, leverage -> use, facilitate -> help, numerous -> many.

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