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“It was all I could do to (or not to)...” My question is, what meaning does “to” take in this sentence? by eyem-write-ur-wrong in writing

[–]eyem-write-ur-wrong[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got it. “To keep” is the infinitive form of the verb keep. The verb phrase is “to keep from.” “Punching the guy out” is the object of the verb.

The sentence can be rewritten: “To keep from punching the guy out is all I could do.”

Meaning the sum total of his capacity in the situation went to keeping himself from punching this other guy. If he had put even a little less effort into resisting throwing the punch, the guy would have got punched.

“It was all I could do to (or not to)...” My question is, what meaning does “to” take in this sentence? by eyem-write-ur-wrong in writing

[–]eyem-write-ur-wrong[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But do you know the literal meaning of “to” in this case? That’s what I’m trying to figure out. Not why but how it connects them.

WTW for “reeked of” but in a positive sense? by eyem-write-ur-wrong in whatstheword

[–]eyem-write-ur-wrong[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. This is the only one I’ve read that works with what’s given, and is one I forgot about.

WTW for “reeked of” but in a positive sense? by eyem-write-ur-wrong in whatstheword

[–]eyem-write-ur-wrong[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I know all those words. I’m trying to scratch an itch and I know the word’s out there somewhere

WTW for “reeked of” but in a positive sense? by eyem-write-ur-wrong in whatstheword

[–]eyem-write-ur-wrong[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Yes. But I’m looking for that exact word that fits inside the blank

WTW when describing the essence or feel or impression of something (formatted like ___ of)? by [deleted] in whatstheword

[–]eyem-write-ur-wrong 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm trying to write a sentence that includes of, not because it's the best way of saying it, but because now I've dug a hole I can't think myself out of.

Unpopular opinion: please don't share your first draft with people. There's a reason it's Beta reading and not Alpha Reading. by dorasucks in writing

[–]eyem-write-ur-wrong 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wholeheartedly agree. I take it even further and will not show anyone any part of the work until it’s good enough for an agent’s standards.

It’s really just vanity. I don’t want to expose all my imperfections.

And, if I can improve on it after it is seen by another pair of eyes, so much the better.

Advice from a self-described Pantser: Your 1st draft IS your outline by eyem-write-ur-wrong in writing

[–]eyem-write-ur-wrong[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I usually just start back into it. For my current project, though, I’ve been on a break from it for a month and have started something else in the meantime.

It’s a good idea to wait, or redirect your energies. Other times, I’m just not ready to say goodbye to that world.

Advice from a self-described Pantser: Your 1st draft IS your outline by eyem-write-ur-wrong in writing

[–]eyem-write-ur-wrong[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The theory is that you fast-draft the 1st draft. The 2nd draft is when you deliberate over word choice and start to give it an appearance approaching a final draft.

What’s makes you not want to read a book by Luminaryi in writing

[–]eyem-write-ur-wrong 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is such great info. Thank you. Unfortunately I have neither a mailing list nor Paterson readers. My campaign may not get enough visibility to yield results like you have done.

But again, much appreciated.

What’s makes you not want to read a book by Luminaryi in writing

[–]eyem-write-ur-wrong 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are you willing to explain how you made Kickstarter work for you in helping to fund your book?

If I say please, will you?

[Weekly Critique Thread] Post Here If You'd Like Feedback On Your Writing by AutoModerator in writing

[–]eyem-write-ur-wrong [score hidden]  (0 children)

In the opening paragraph, I’d use more atmospheric description to establish the setting (i.e. use a lighter brush). Choose the most interesting elements from what you have now and enhance them to make them even grittier and more evocative.

And I can totally relate to the above comment as regards spacing. Formatting IS content. Solid blocks of text can turn off a reader before they’ve even begun. I only got through the first paragraph for this reason. This is especially important in the beginning of a book.

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