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August 20, 2008
to illustrate a lesson . . .
Want to introduce a discussion of annoying phrases that your students should edit from their writing? This cartoon may help . . . it shows two squirrels, with one saying to the other, "Must you always begin every sentence with 'To put it in a nutshell'?!"
Have a great first day/week of classes.
(njs)
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At this point in time, I hope we don't have to push the envelope by talking about ridiculous phrases, annoying-wise.
Posted by: Joseph Bazan | Aug 21, 2008 12:19:27 PM
