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Ultimate Style. The Rules of Writing. Real Writers Need Rules.
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Allude vs. Elude
allude: to make reference
• Fearing his fiancée’s wrath, Brian tried not to allude to his upcoming bachelor party.
elude: to avoid
• The dancer managed to elude Brian by hiding behind a cake.

 
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