When I hear the word “argument,” an image comes to mind. Really, a series of images. Gritted teeth. Shaking heads. Red faces. Arms crossed. Tears. Two people squaring off against each other, pits in their stomachs. Words as weapons. But that’s a limiting view of argument. I’ve been reading through, of all things, a textbook … Continue reading On a broader definition of argument
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On synonyms
In reading about rhetoric, I'm confronted by an uncomfortable thought: Every word you use should be there for a reason. As a writer who works in first drafts and rough edits (!), you can understand why this thought made me panicky. I don't dedicate that level of attention to my writing, though I wish I … Continue reading On synonyms
Taylor Coe 