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Words Unravelled with RobWords and Jess Zafarris
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The Quirky World of Headline Writing
This chapter explores the humorous and unconventional aspects of headline writing, highlighting concepts like 'crash blossoms' and 'knobbly monsters.' It showcases how journalists creatively navigate character limitations, leading to amusing and often ambiguous headlines while reflecting on the playful use of language in news reporting.
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