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• A dash is a mark of separation stronger than a comma, less formal than a colon, and more relaxed than parentheses.
• In exposition and in argument, the writer must likewise never lose his hold upon the concrete; and even when he is dealing…
• Vigorous writing is concise.
• Rewrite and revise. Do not be afraid to seize what you have and cut it to ribbons ... Good writing means good…
• If you use a colloquialism or a slang word or phrase, simply use it; do not draw attention to it by enclosing…
• Remember, it is no sign of weakness or defeat that your manuscript ends up in need of major surgery. This is a…
• The situation is perilous, but there is still one chance of escape.
• If you don't know how to pronounce a word, say it loud!

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