Learn · Sentences Imperative Sentences

Read the instructions carefully before starting.

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Sentence

Narrator

Read the instructions carefully before starting.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

Always read the instructions carefully before you begin.

Describing Habits

Before I start any task, I always make sure to carefully read the instructions.

Asking About Others

Did you read the instructions carefully before you started the project?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If I hadn't read the instructions carefully, I would have made many mistakes.

Rephrased versions

Formal

Please ensure that you peruse the instructions thoroughly prior to commencement.

Casual

Check out the instructions before you start, okay?

Simpler English

Read the directions before you begin.

Phrases to learn

read carefully

To read with attention to detail and understanding.

before starting

Prior to commencing an activity or task.