Quote by William Zinsser

Clutter is the disease of American writing. We are a society strangling in unnecessary words, circular constructions, pompous frills and meaningless jargon.

Clutter is the disease of American writing. We are a society

Summary

In this quote, the author critiques the style of American writing, asserting that clutter - excessive and unnecessary words, convoluted sentence structures, pretentious embellishments, and empty jargon - plagues it like a disease. The author suggests that this clutter compromises the clarity and effectiveness of written communication. By highlighting the prevalence of this issue, the quote emphasizes the need for clearer, more concise, and less convoluted writing in American society.

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By William Zinsser

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