Cheque Quote by Dorothy Parker
“The ones I like are ‘cheque’ and ‘enclosed.’”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Dying of the Light” collection, 1936
Prefers words that sound tidy and complete.
In simple terms: Likes neat, closed words.
Choose precise language.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing
- editing
- poetry
- speech drafting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What words feel 'closed' to you?
- How does word choice shape meaning?
Overemphasis on form can limit expressive depth.