You'll never make your mark as a writer unless you develop a respect f…

William Zinsser
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You'll never make your mark as a writer unless you develop a respect for words and a curiosity about their shades of meaning that is almost obsessive. The English language is rich in strong and supple words. Take the time to root around and find the ones you want ✨ William Zinsser (2012). On Writing Well, 30th Anniversary Edition: An Informal Guide to Writing Nonfiction, p.32, Harper Collins
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