<p>700 words?...I know it's on the long side. But do you think this is okay if my essay is mildly interesting and funny? (at least the people I showed it to think it is)</p>
<p>It's very hard to cut down without losing meaning/ substance now.</p>
<p>700 words is stretching it a bit, but if your essay is very well written, adcoms aren't going to hate you for it. pm me if you'd like me to read your essay and give my input</p>