Special Outlines are simply commonly-used words which are "reduced" so there is
less to write. As we discuss on the
Speed Tips page, thorough knowledge of both
word groupings and special outlines are a tremendous aid in increasing your speed.
If you're struggling at all to build your speed, make sure special outlines are part of your revision work. Like word groupings, these commonly used words have reduced outlines to let you write faster and with less effort.
The LLTT Blog has an growing collection of posts about incorporating
Special Outlines in your speed development efforts.
Try your hand with these flashcards to help you cement twenty very commonly-used Special Outlines.