Rewriting sentences multiple times can lead to more precise expression of ideas

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If it is true that...

Writing about a topic often reveals gaps in one's understanding of it 1 0 2

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Putting ideas into words is a challenging process 1 0 2

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The initial words chosen to express an idea are often incorrect 1 0 2

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Rewriting sentences multiple times can lead to more precise expression of ideas 1 0 2

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Ideas that emerge during the writing process often contribute significantly to the final work 1 0 2

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The act of expressing ideas through writing can change those ideas 1 0 2 Writing is not the only way to explore ideas, but it often reveals new insights regardless of other exploration methods 1 0 2 Expressing ideas through speech can also be a test of understanding, but writing generally presents a stricter challenge 1 0 2 Committing to a specific sequence of words in writing requires more precision than speaking, where tone and context can carry meaning 1 0 2 Repeatedly refining a piece of writing is a normal part of the process, whereas doing so in conversation might seem excessive 1 0 2 Writing requires effort and diligence to be effective as a tool for exploring and refining ideas 1 0 2 If writing makes ideas more precise and complete, then those who have not written about a topic may not have fully formed ideas on it 1 0 2 Putting ideas into words can generate new ideas 1 0 2 In order to write better, you should take great pains to be clear 0 0 1 In order to write better, you should hear every sentence you write as if it was being read aloud or spoken 0 0 1