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E-Prime(ProperNoun)
A modified form of English that eliminates the verb be and thus avoids the passive voice, intended to reduce the dogmatism of language and the likelihood of misunderstanding and conflict.

Origin: Coined by its inventor, D David Bourland, Jr. (1928-2000).

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