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well-written

British  

adjective

  1. composed in a competent, and often entertaining, style

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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The movie is well-written but haphazardly made, with some choppy editing and a soundtrack of Cheech & Chong original songs that frequently drown out the dialogue to the point of irritation.

From Salon Apr. 18, 2026

"Billy Steinberg's life was a testament to the enduring power of a well-written song - and to the idea that honesty, when set to music, can outlive us all," the family's statement read.

From BBC Feb. 17, 2026

Readers will find here a crisp, well-written and insightful account of Augustine’s life and works, the best recent overview for a general audience.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 19, 2025

“Cher: The Memoir, Part One,” is a fun read, a candid and well-written book that will justifiably make her legion of fans excited for the release of the second volume.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 19, 2024

He began: Thank you for your many well-written letters concerning the peregrines of Delhi Bridge.

From "Frightful's Mountain" by Jean Craighead George

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