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I've been using the em-dash before it was cool.

Well now they're just going to tweak their AIs to try to hide the signs without making the "substance" of what it spits out any better. The goal is to fool people, not actually succeed in whatever the task is.

"AI chatbots use the em dash () more frequently than most editors do, especially in places where human authors are much more likely to use parentheses or commas."

Phew, my over-use of parenthesis will be what saves me (every sentence comes with bonus thoughts!).

This is a great observation Would you like me to create a comprehensive list showcasing the various strengths and weaknesses of AI writing styles?

• Scope: Are you thinking broadlylike AI-generated blog content, marketing copy, academic writingor something more specific?
• Format: Would you prefer a table, a detailed bullet list, or perhaps grouped by use-case (e.g., content creation, editing, summarization)?
• Tone: Should it be casual and conversational, academic and formal, or tailored to a specific audience?

I've been using the em-dash before it was cool.

"AI chatbots use the em dash () more frequently than most editors do, especially in places where human authors are much more likely to use parentheses or commas."

What do you do when your bonus thoughts need to have extra bonus thoughts in them?

Well now they're just going to tweak their AIs to try to hide the signs without making the "substance" of what it spits out any better. The goal is to fool people, not actually succeed in whatever the task is.

sometimes I catch myself reading something online and wondering if a person actually wrote it. The rhythm feels natural, the word choice feels casual, and yet I cant quite shake the question. its strange how close the two have become

Ive noticed people try to point out patterns as proof. Theyll say things like too polished or too repetitive means it wasnt written by a person. But honestly, Ive seen friends write that way too, especially when theyre tired or just trying to sound professional

there are also those moments where the text avoids taking a strong stance. Some people call that a giveaway. Personally, I think it just reflects how a lot of us actually talk when we dont want to offend anyone

Ive tried using those online detectors before. They felt unreliable. One time a paragraph I wrote myself came back flagged as automated, which made me laugh more than anything else

in the end I think its less about finding the exact answer and more about deciding whether it matters. if Im reading something helpful or interesting, I dont always care where it came from

"AI chatbots use the em dash () more frequently than most editors do, especially in places where human authors are much more likely to use parentheses or commas."

Phew, my over-use of parenthesis will be what saves me (every sentence comes with bonus thoughts!).

The em dash is the big one for me. It's not something that is taught and typing it is not always obvious. Most people barely know how to use hyphens or en dashes properly.

I've been using the em-dash before it was cool.

Overuse of em dashes
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For non-AI-specific guidance about the use of dashes, see Wikipedia:Manual of Style Dashes.

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AI chatbots use the em dash () more frequently than most editors do, especially in places where human authors are much more likely to use parentheses or commas. AI chatbots may or may not add a space before and after the dash.

"AI chatbots use the em dash () more frequently than most editors do, especially in places where human authors are much more likely to use parentheses or commas."

Phew, my over-use of parenthesis will be what saves me (every sentence comes with bonus thoughts!).

The em dash is the big one for me. It's not something that is taught and typing it is not always obvious. Most people barely know how to use hyphens or en dashes properly.

The article got the most important part. Props.

Avoid the em dash like the plague guys.

Edit: Oh, this has been mentioned a bunch already? Well, you guys are sharp.

"AI chatbots use the em dash () more frequently than most editors do, especially in places where human authors are much more likely to use parentheses or commas."

Phew, my over-use of parenthesis will be what saves me (every sentence comes with bonus thoughts!).

I've been using the em-dash before it was cool.

Well now they're just going to tweak their AIs to try to hide the signs without making the "substance" of what it spits out any better. The goal is to fool people, not actually succeed in whatever the task is.

I hate AI for the reason that every time I enter a prompt, it spits out an answer that looks nearly identical to my own writing style. I'm already paranoid AF about being accused of plagiarism (I overcite everything) so this just feeds into that anxiety

"AI chatbots use the em dash () more frequently than most editors do, especially in places where human authors are much more likely to use parentheses or commas."

Phew, my over-use of parenthesis will be what saves me (every sentence comes with bonus thoughts!).

This is a great observation Would you like me to create a comprehensive list showcasing the various strengths and weaknesses of AI writing styles?

Robert Jordans the Wheel of Time books uses dashes frequently

"AI chatbots use the em dash () more frequently than most editors do, especially in places where human authors are much more likely to use parentheses or commas."

Phew, my over-use of parenthesis will be what saves me (every sentence comes with bonus thoughts!).