Quote by Mark Twain

Damn the subjunctive. It brings all our writers to shame.

Damn the subjunctive. It brings all our writers to shame.

Summary

This quote expresses frustration with the grammatical concept of the subjunctive mood. It suggests that writers struggle with the subjunctive, which ultimately undermines their ability to communicate effectively. The statement can be interpreted as a critique of the complexity or ambiguity associated with the subjunctive in writing, questioning its purpose and potential negative impact on literary craftsmanship.

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