# Communication Patterns (19-21)

> Detailed reference for communication-level AI writing patterns. Read the compact summary table in SKILL.md first to identify which patterns apply, then consult this file for rewriting guidance.

- Skill: `tools-only/communication-patterns-19-21` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 3 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add tools-only/communication-patterns-19-21`
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- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: tools-only (https://skillmd.com/u/tools-only)
- Updated: 2026-09-29
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/tools-only/communication-patterns-19-21

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# Communication Patterns (19-21)

Detailed reference for communication-level AI writing patterns. Read the compact summary table in SKILL.md first to identify which patterns apply, then consult this file for rewriting guidance.

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## 19. Collaborative Communication Artifacts

**Words to watch:** I hope this helps, Of course!, Certainly!, You're absolutely right!, Would you like..., let me know, here is a...

**Problem:** Text meant as chatbot correspondence gets pasted as content.

**Before:**
> Here is an overview of the French Revolution. I hope this helps! Let me know if you'd like me to expand on any section.

**After:**
> The French Revolution began in 1789 when financial crisis and food shortages led to widespread unrest.

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## 20. Knowledge-Cutoff Disclaimers

**Words to watch:** as of [date], Up to my last training update, While specific details are limited/scarce..., based on available information...

**Problem:** AI disclaimers about incomplete information get left in text.

**Before:**
> While specific details about the company's founding are not extensively documented in readily available sources, it appears to have been established sometime in the 1990s.

**After:**
> The company was founded in 1994, according to its registration documents.

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## 21. Sycophantic/Servile Tone

**Problem:** Overly positive, people-pleasing language.

**Before:**
> Great question! You're absolutely right that this is a complex topic. That's an excellent point about the economic factors.

**After:**
> The economic factors you mentioned are relevant here.