diff --git a/gpl-lgpl.tex b/gpl-lgpl.tex
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@@ -4924,8 +4924,8 @@ systems are built using both proprietary and GPL'd components that are
 clearly and legally separate and independent works, merely aggregated
 together on the same device.
 
-However, it's sometimes is easier, quicker, and cheaper to simply to
-improve existing GPL'd application than to start from scratch.  In
+However, it sometimes is easier, quicker, and cheaper to simply
+improve an existing GPL'd application than to start from scratch.  In
 exchange for this amazing benefit, the license requires that the modifier gives
 back to the commons that made the work easier in the first place. It is a
 reasonable trade-off and a way to help build a better world while also
