"They place great stress on the clarity of our language for expressing nuances and showing subtleties."

Communication, Clarity, Language, Stress

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"They place great stress on the clarity of our language for expressing nuances and showing subtleties."

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"The more English is heard in the world, the more gratifying it seems to speak French, and above all to know the culture of our country. They find a kind of French social grace in the language and culture."

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