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The apartment of the future
Wednesday, August 15, 2007 8:50 AM
Think reactive, not reactionary
Wednesday, August 15, 2007 8:50 AM
I was looking at some client-side copy yesterday when I found this sentence. In comparison to the amateur writers I edit for my part-time job, this professional writer neatly illustrates how you can be exactly good enough to suck:
The apartment literally hovers over the water and the extensive views encapsulate all of Auckland Harbour's iconic landmarks.
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Reminded me of:
http://literally.barelyfitz.com/
posted by 
JD at
August 24, 2007 9:51 AM
JD at
August 24, 2007 9:51 AM
I know! I probably would have submitted it if the doc in question wasn't still covered under our confidentiality agreement.
Think reactive, not reactionary