Substitute 'damn' every time
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Substitute 'damn' every time you're inclined to write 'very';
your editor will delete it and the writing will be just as it should be.
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Meaning
This quote means strong writing works better when unnecessary intensifiers are removed. Forceful language often needs less padding.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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