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Why Use A Modifier To Set Straight A Not-quite-right Noun When The Right Noun Is Available?
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Why Use A Modifier To Set Straight
William Safire
Why Use A Modifier To Set Straight A Not-quite-right Noun When The Right Noun Is Available?
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