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essay

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essay
A style of short essay or prose often focused on social commentary or satire; it typically combines argument with personal observation.
miscellaneous writings
(literary) A collective term for various kinds of prose or literary works.
examination paper
(archaic) A type of formal essay required in the imperial civil service exams, distinct from the classics and histories.

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1.36 per million

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