How to use this text tool
- Paste your text or load the sample.
- Choose the option that matches your context.
- Select Compare Paraphrase or press Ctrl/Cmd + Enter.
- Review every finding in context, then copy or download the report.
Paraphrase Distance Checker
Compare a source passage with a paraphrase and measure surface-level distance in wording and phrase order. The checker reports shared words, matching sequences, vocabulary overlap, and a sentence-level risk signal while ignoring common function words when requested. It can reveal patchwriting patterns, but only the writer can verify faithful meaning and provide the required citation.
Text Input
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What this tool does
The source and paraphrase are separated at the labeled divider, tokenized case-insensitively, optionally stripped of common function words, and compared with Jaccard overlap plus contiguous n-grams.
The source and paraphrase are separated at the labeled divider, tokenized case-insensitively, optionally stripped of common function words, and compared with Jaccard overlap plus contiguous n-grams.
Low wording overlap does not prove an accurate or ethical paraphrase. Preserve the source meaning, cite the source, and quote any distinctive wording that must remain exact.
Example
Sample input:
Regular physical activity can improve sleep quality and reduce symptoms of anxiety in university students.
--- PARAPHRASE ---
Among university students, consistent exercise may support better sleep while also easing anxiety symptoms.
Run the sample to see a traceable report with counts and revision guidance.
Use cases
- Review a draft before sharing it with an instructor or editor.
- Compare revisions with consistent surface-level checks.
- Teach the writing or accessibility concepts represented by the report.
- Create a downloadable record for a manual editing workflow.
Tips for better output
- Use complete passages so the checker has meaningful context.
- Read every flagged sentence instead of editing by score alone.
- Keep the intended audience and style guide beside you.
- Rerun the tool after making one type of revision.
- Have a knowledgeable person review high-stakes text.
Processing details
Paste the source first, then a line containing --- PARAPHRASE ---, then the paraphrase. Punctuation and capitalization do not affect token matching.
This is not a plagiarism detector. It has no source database and cannot judge semantic accuracy, common terminology, citation completeness, or translated paraphrases.
Frequently asked questions
How different should a paraphrase be from the source?
The tool reports surface-level evidence related to paraphrase distance checker. Review the result in the context of your assignment, audience, and source material.
What is patchwriting in academic writing?
Use the finding as a revision prompt rather than an automatic verdict. Requirements and preferences can differ by discipline, publication, and individual context.
Does low word overlap mean my paraphrase is acceptable?
The analysis runs entirely in your browser and returns a transparent report. It does not contact external databases or certify correctness.
Why does the checker ignore common function words?
Yes. Edit the input, adjust the available option, and run the check again to compare how a specific revision changes the report.
Can this tool replace plagiarism detection software?
No. The tool cannot replace a subject expert, accessibility review, instructor, editor, or verified style guide; it is designed for focused first-pass review.
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What the report includes
| Module | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Text findings | Shows detected patterns in context |
| Metrics | Summarizes useful counts and signals |
| Revision guidance | Turns flags into practical review prompts |
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