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prolixities
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the fact of having an excessive number of words that results in being tedious
- The professor's lecture was criticized for its prolixity, as many students found the excessive detail and lengthy explanations overwhelming and tedious.
- Despite the author's eloquent style, the prolixity of the novel made it difficult for readers to stay engaged through the numerous digressions and verbose descriptions.
- The lawyer's closing argument suffered from prolixity, causing the jury to lose focus as he elaborated on every minor point in exhaustive detail.
- In an attempt to impress his audience, the speaker's prolixity backfired, with many attendees growing impatient with the lengthy and redundant presentation.
- The editor advised the writer to avoid prolixity by cutting unnecessary words and focusing on concise, impactful statements to maintain the readers' interest.