<p>i did. 
what i meant to convey was that there is no need to use flowery language in order to be eloquent in the first place. If one likes to write in that way, then good enough, otherwise brevity is your best friend. I recommend essays be concise, direct, and with more substance than an exhibition of writing skills. During the last yr, I was repeatedly advised to not use more words than necessary. The application essay is not an evaluation of one’s english writing skills.</p>