<p>the colgate essay this year says "in 250 words or less" i tried hard but i just couldn't finish the essay in 250 words, does it matter if i write more than 250 words, what is the maximum i can write? anyone with this experience before? help! thanks.</p>
<p>If they said 250 words or less, they mean 250 or less. Part of being a good writer is saying what you have to say in a very concise fashion. I woulnd't go above the limit they gave.</p>
<p>Get rid of the adjectives and adverbs. Check out <a href="http://www.elmoreleonard.com%5B/url%5D">www.elmoreleonard.com</a> for more advice.</p>