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I think my mistakes were kind of common - leaning on cliches and adjectives in the place of clear, vivid writing.
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"I think my mistakes were kind of common - leaning on cliches and adjectives in the place of clear, vivid writing. But at least I knew how to spell, which seems to be a rarity these days"

- Dick Schaap

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This quote by Dick Schaap speaks to the importance of clear and vivid writing. He acknowledges that his own errors were common, such as counting on cliches and adjectives instead of composing that is more detailed. Nevertheless, he also points out that he was able to spell correctly, which he implies is a rarity in today's world. This suggests that Schaap thinks that the quality of writing has declined recently. He is most likely referring to the frequency of digital interaction, which frequently lacks the same level of attention to information as traditional writing. Schaap's quote functions as a pointer that clear and brilliant writing is still essential, and that spelling properly is a key part of that.
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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Dick Schaap between September 27, 1934 and December 21, 2001. He/she was a famous Journalist from USA. The author also have 23 other quotes.

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