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Stack sentences for clearer writing

Write line-by-line to clear your mind

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V Sri
Feb 21, 2024
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This is a fascinating writing approach from the great Derek Sivers.

When starting a piece of writing, write out each sentence on a separate line. Instead of a continuous snake of sentences, start with a vertical list. When you stack your sentences in a column, they become easier to see and move around. This line-by-line approach can bring clarity to your…

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