Edit ruthlessly from "summary" of The Sense of Style by Steven Pinker
Editing is a critical skill that every writer must develop. It involves going through your writing with a fine-tooth comb, scrutinizing every word, sentence, and paragraph to ensure that it is clear, concise, and impactful. However, the key to effective editing is to do so ruthlessly. This means being willing to cut out anything that does not contribute to the overall message or purpose of your writing.
When you edit ruthlessly, you are not simply looking for spelling or grammar errors. You are also considering the structure of your writing, the flow of your ideas, and the clarity of your arguments. This requires a critical eye and a willingness to make tough decisions about what stays and what goes.
Ruthless editing can be difficult, especially if you are attached to cert...
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