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I'm working on a revision of my novel and noticed that I mark the passage of a very brief time, of a hesitation, using a small number of descriptions that become repetitive, e.g. variations of ...
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System
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2019-12-08T05:47:47Z (almost 5 years ago)
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#2: Initial revision
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Eric J.
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2019-12-08T05:47:47Z (almost 5 years ago)
I'm working on a revision of my novel and noticed that I mark the passage of a very brief time, of a hesitation, using a small number of descriptions that become repetitive, e.g. variations of > for a heartbeat or two > > he breathed in, held the air, and let it out What strategies can I use to find fresh ways to convey a brief hesitation or pause in action or dialog?
#1: Imported from external source
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System
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2016-12-14T01:12:23Z (almost 8 years ago)
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