Shorten your abstract or summary Published on November 2, 2016 by Lou Benders. Revised on July 18, 2023. You can shorten your abstract by not using cumbersome or excessively long sentences. Avoiding the following five things is an easy way to make your text more concise. If you struggle with keeping your writing concise, consider using our professional proofreading service or one of our AI writing tools like the summarizer or the paraphrasing tool. Our editors are ready to help you shorten your sentences and avoid repetition. Continue reading: Shorten your abstract or summary