Blog · February 19, 2026 · 6 min read
How to paraphrase properly — without slipping into plagiarism
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Most plagiarism happens through lazy paraphrasing — swapping a few synonyms and hoping. Real paraphrasing rebuilds the sentence from the meaning up.
The three-step method
Restructure: change sentence order and shape. Reword: replace specific vocabulary, not generic glue. Recite: cite the original even though you've rewritten it.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I still need to cite if I've rewritten everything?
Yes — the idea remains the original author's. Citation is about credit, not just wording.
Can AI paraphrase safely?
No. AI paraphrasing is increasingly flagged by integrity systems. Manual paraphrasing is the safe route.
Paraphrasing done properly
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