Exceptive clauses in formal letters and correspondence — Exceptive Clauses — Proposizioni Eccettuative (B2)

Exceptive Clauses — Proposizioni Eccettuative·Exceptive clauses in formal letters and correspondence

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Rule reminder

In formal correspondence, prefer 'a meno che (non)', 'salvo che (non)', and 'a condizione che' + subjunctive. Avoid informal shortcuts. Fixed phrases like 'salvo imprevisti' (barring unforeseen events) and 'salvo diversa indicazione' (unless otherwise indicated) are very common.

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Which is the most formal way to write 'unless you confirm by Friday'?