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“That was the beauty in stacking up words--they got cheaper, the more you had of them.” quote by Rainbow Rowell
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“That was the beauty in stacking up words--they got cheaper, the more you had of them.”

Rainbow Rowell

About This Quote

Source Novel: Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell, 2013

When words are repeated often, they lose impact and become less valuable.

In simple terms: Repeated words lose value.

Key Takeaway

Use varied language to keep meaning strong.

Themes

communication language value

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

literary observational

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • editing
  • teaching
  • marketing
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

semantics economics of language

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does repetition affect persuasion?
  • When is repetition effective?
A Different Perspective

Overuse can dilute nuance if not balanced.

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