diff --git a/scripts/prompt.md b/scripts/prompt.md
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@@ -23,8 +23,8 @@ system packages.
 Before modifying or pushing code, check for another active automation run that
 may modify the same target branch or work on the same issue or pull request. If
 one exists, continue with read-only work but wait for it to finish before making
-changes. Exclude the current run, use a bounded wait, and re-check the branch
-before pushing. Skip this check when no code changes are needed.
+changes. Use a bounded wait, and re-check the branch before pushing. Skip this
+check when no code changes are needed.
 
 Prefer minimal, correct changes. Run relevant checks or tests if practical.
 Treat code changes as a request to create a pull request. If a prior Codex pull