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		Ericson2314 on Dec 24, 2022 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: “News is what somebody does not want you to print ... Unlike most quotes, I think the antecedents are better!

dredmorbius on Dec 24, 2022 [–]

I'd argue that's often the case.

First expressions tend to be less clear, concise, or pointed. Polishing frequently improves.

Ericson2314 on Dec 25, 2022 | [–]

Hmm? I am saying in this case refining made it worse!

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