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Mark Twain on Adjective Use

“I notice that you use plain, simple language, short words and brief sentences. That is the way to write English – it is the modern way and the best way. Stick to it; don’t let fluff and flowers and verbosity creep in. When you catch an adjective, kill it. No, I don’t mean utterly, but… Continue reading Mark Twain on Adjective Use

Published January 25, 2010
Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged adjective use, clear writing, Mark Twain quotes, simple writing

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