To write plainly, use here instead of the legalistic herein. Other possibilities include below, in this, in this document and in this text.
- Legalistic: Students may use the Internet facilities on the terms and conditions outlined herein.
- Plain: Students may use the Internet facilities on the terms and conditions outlined in this document.
- Legalistic: The activities listed herein will be funded exclusively by Quebec.
- Plain: The activities listed here will be funded exclusively by Quebec.
In many instances, the best solution is simply to omit the word herein.
- The activities listed will be funded exclusively by Quebec.
Additional information
- Hereinafter
- Hereunder
- Clear communication: Use clear words and expressions
- Correspondence and addresses – Guidelines and resources
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