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“Speech is highly elliptical. It would scarcely be endurable otherwise. Ellipsis is indispensable to the writer or speaker who wants to be brief and pithy, but it can easily cause confusion and obscurity and must be used with skill.”

Quote by Bergen Evans

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Bergen Evans, an enigmatic figure active in the 20th century, whose specific profession and achievements remain unclear. His life was shrouded in mystery, and despite limited information, his influence and contributions within his field are not to be underestimated. more

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