Style is the thought itself.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- How you write reveals exactly how you think.
- In plain terms
- Style shows thought.
- What can you take from it?
- Your writing style reveals your thinking.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does your style match your thoughts?
- How do you improve your writing?
Another view
Style can sometimes obscure clear thought.
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