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Cut out all these exclamation points. An exclamation point is like laughing at your own joke.

Cut out all these exclamation points. An exclamation point i

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This quote is advising against the excessive use of exclamation points in writing. It suggests that using too many exclamation points is comparable to a person laughing at their own joke, which implies a lack of subtlety and undermines the impact of the writing. By urging readers to "cut out all these exclamation points," the quote emphasizes the importance of restraint and precision in conveying meaning.

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