get_recent_stories

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

The description mentions 'clustered' and 'deduped across sources', which adds behavioral context beyond the limited annotations (none). However, it does not disclose ordering, pagination, or authentication requirements.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is very short (4 words), which is concise but missing essential details about parameters and usage. It is front-loaded but lacks completeness.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool has one parameter, no output schema, and no annotations, the description is too terse. It does not explain what 'clustered' means, how deduplication works, or how results are sorted, leaving significant ambiguity.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 0%, but the description does not mention the `limit` parameter at all. It adds no meaning beyond the schema, failing to compensate for the lack of parameter descriptions.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool retrieves recent stories that are clustered and deduplicated across sources. It is specific about the resource and action, but does not explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like `get_trending` or `get_unified_feed`.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. Does not specify context like 'use for a feed of top stories' or 'not for individual article details'.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.