Using same phrase twice with "or" in-between

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julianforestrp
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Using same phrase twice with "or" in-between

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Which sentence is better? Is there is a better way to convey the meaning?

I am often online in my game to make sure that I don't get attacked or to make sure nothing else bad happens.

or

I am often online in my game to make sure that I don't get attacked or that nothing else bad happens.
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Re: Using same phrase twice with "or" in-between

Post by Firefoxjo »

Both are possible but #2 is more idiomatic (natural). I recommend #2.
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