Clarity · nuanced

`CLR-05`

Avoid confusing double negatives that make the reader work to parse the meaning. Constructions like 'not irreversible' or 'not uncommon' should be rewritten as direct statements. Natural phrasing like 'can't proceed without' is acceptable when it reads clearly.

Pass example

This action is reversible.

Fail example

This action is not irreversible.

Relevant content types

Error message
Confirmation
Tooltip or microcopy
Short UI copy
Long-form copy

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