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: Don't worry about perfect grammar or flow yet. The goal is to get your ideas onto the page; you can polish them during the editing phase.

Let your first draft be rough. With a clear sense of what your essay is going to say, begin the actual writing of your paragraphs. UT San Antonio Essay - Improve your writing. Transform your thinking.

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If you have an you want to include, General Tips for a Strong First Draft

(e.g., 500 words, MLA style).

(e.g., climate change, a book you're reading, a personal experience).

: You don't have to start at the beginning! Many writers find it easier to draft the body paragraphs first and save the introduction for later. : Don't worry about perfect grammar or flow yet

While I wait for your topic, here are a few expert-backed strategies for drafting: