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“To acquire style, begin by affecting none.”

Quote by William Strunk, Jr.

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William Strunk, Jr.

William Strunk, Jr. was an American professor, born on July 1, 1869, and died on September 26, 1946. He is known for his contribution to the clarity and simplicity of English writing. more

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