You are doing everything possible to make your writing better, tighter, and more interesting, but are you still using “dead words?” These are words that are simply just too plain, bland, and vague to be included in your awesome writing, and one of the most notorious “dead words” is “said.” But dialogue is important! I hear you. It is also important to show readers exactly how something is said. Think, what emotion is behind this dialogue? What picture do I want to paint? To help you get started, we have compiled a list of alternatives to the dreaded “said.” With this list, you are sure to find a perfect fit for every “said” in your writing.
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Published on August 31, 2016 10:51