When AI Gives You Away: Writing vs Speaking

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Flawless Essays, Flawed Chats

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Big Words, Small Clarity

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No Sync Between Voice and Vocabulary

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Teachers & Employers Notice

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Overused AI Phrases

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Style with No Substance

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Authenticity Still Wins

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