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Why You Shouldn't Sound "Smart"

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Oct 18, 2023
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As “Dord” Shows, Being in the Dictionary Doesn't Always Mean Something's a  Word | Smart News| Smithsonian Magazine

Getting into your dream college is no easy task. You need to convince the admissions officers, especially through your personal statement, that you are the right fit for their institution. But how do you do that? Many applicants make the mistake of wanting to sound too smart in their essay. They use complex language and jargon in hopes of impressing the…

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