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If you use an old expression like "by a many", do you need to make it consistent and use old expressions throughout the poem, or is it ok to just use it in one verse or sentence? “The spring is...
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System
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2019-12-08T11:12:02Z (over 4 years ago)
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yocu
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2019-12-08T11:12:02Z (over 4 years ago)
If you use an old expression like "by a many", do you need to make it consistent and use old expressions throughout the poem, or is it ok to just use it in one verse or sentence? > “The spring is coming by a many signs.” I was wondering if we can for example use an old archaic expression one time and then never use any archaic word or expression. I am pretty sure the answer is different depending on whether you're writing a poem or novel.
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System
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2019-03-07T14:25:26Z (about 5 years ago)
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