Check a piece for unattributed borrowing
Verify that the work is original and its debts are acknowledged.
What this prompt helps you do
An assessment of passages needing attribution, with the likely source and the correct treatment.
When to use it
A piece drew on many sources during research and the notes and drafting blurred together.
What to prepare
The goal, relevant source material, constraints, examples, and the decision or action this should support.
How to get a strong result
Flag distinctive framings and structures, not just wording; borrowed structure needs acknowledgement too.
How to use this prompt
Replace each placeholder with accurate context. Paste the complete prompt into Claude, review the response critically, resolve important questions, and use it as a considered input to the next decision—not as an unchecked final answer.