Pleonastic/ˌpliːəˈnæstɪk/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Common Mistakes Watch for overusing pleonastic phrases which can make writing seem cluttered. Avoid saying 'each and every one' when 'everyone' is clear and concise. Pro Tip 2/3Written Clarity In academic contexts, being concise is preferred over pleonastic writing. Instead of saying 'due to the fact that,' use 'because.' Pro Tip 3/3Spoken vs. Written Pleonastic expressions may be more acceptable in casual spoken language but less so in writing. I got up at 7 a.m. in the morning.