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May 3, 2026

AI is changing how we write and speak

Researchers found that AI pushes users toward a more standardized speaking and writing style.

AI is changing how we write and speak

TL;DR

  • AI is leading to more standardized writing and speaking styles, reducing variation in sentence structure and vocabulary.
  • Studies show a sharp decline in writing style diversity after the release of ChatGPT.
  • AI's favored words are increasingly appearing in everyday conversation.
  • The predictability of AI language can lead users to adopt similar styles, creating a 'LinkedIn average' that dulls authentic voices.
  • Avoiding AI-generated text is becoming difficult as its use increases across businesses and personal communication.
  • The struggle of writing is valuable for self-expression and cognitive development, which is lost when relying on AI.
  • Some writers are consciously avoiding AI-like patterns in their work due to fear of being mistaken for an AI.

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