Editorial style guide - R

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Use an en-dash with no spaces either side:

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Cut out words that don't add anything to the meaning of your sentence.

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Pip is the chief protagonist of Great Expectations.

Sometimes a word can seem necessary but you might find you can do without it:

The charity raises money to buy vital equipment.