Nobody reads the disclosures that roll down your computer screen. You click 'I agree' but you don't know what you're agreeing to.
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Writing is the art of repeating oneself without anyone noticing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote highlights the skill involved in writing where the same ideas can be expressed in different ways without readers realizing it.
Nassim Nicholas Taleb's quote reflects on the intricate art of writing, suggesting that effective authors have the ability to convey similar concepts through varied expressions. This repetition, cloaked in creativity, allows the message to resonate with readers while maintaining their engagement, demonstrating the cleverness behind the craft of writing.
Themes
WritingArtCreativityExpressionRepetition
In practice
Example use cases
A writer may use this quote in a workshop about creative writing techniques.
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