"A basic structural design underlies every kind of writing. Writers will in part follow this design, in part deviate f…"

"If those who have studied the art of writing are in accord on any one point, it is this: the surest way to arouse and…"

"Vigorous writing is concise. A sentence should contain no unnecessary words, a paragraph no unnecessary sentences, fo…"

"Colloquialisms. If you use a colloquialism or a slang word or phrase, simply use it; do not draw attention to it by e…"

"Fact. Use this word only of matters capable of direct verification, not of matters of judgment. That a particular eve…"

"Interesting. An unconvincing word; avoid it as a means of introduction. Instead of announcing that what you are about…"

"Like. If every word or device that achieved currency were immediately authenticated, simply on the ground of populari…"

"Nauseous. Nauseated. The first means "sickening to contemplate"; the second means "sick at the stomach." Do not, ther…"

"Noun used as verb. Many nouns have lately been pressed into service as verbs. Not all are bad, but all are suspect."

"The truth is... The fact is... A bad beginning for a sentence. If you feel you are possessed of the truth, or the fac…"