You write with ease to show your breeding, But easy writing's curst hard reading.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Writing easily may show class but it often leads to work that is hard to read.
- In plain terms
- Easy writing often makes hard reading.
- What can you take from it?
- Effort in writing improves clarity for readers.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you edit your work thoroughly?
- Who is your audience?
Another view
Simple prose can also be easy to read and effective.
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