[ WP ] Try to convince me that E is the best letter without using the letter E

I ’ ll talk to you about a fantastic word-building unit. An upright dash with small protrusions, its visual form isn ’ t hard to spot. Its sound is also iconic, as all its sonic forms add to day-to-day words. 
 
 On that topic, it should go without saying that this thing is commonly found. In fact, its commonality only highlights its singularly vital function in our nation ’ s communication, both visual and auditory. 
 
 But its distinguishing quality, what truly shows how important this unassuming building block actually is, is its myriad applications. You can find its sound long and warbling, similar to a cicada ’ s mating cry, or short and flat, as a sound of disapproval. Oddly, it can also not sound at all, allowing an “ A ” or “ I ” or “ O ” or “ U ” to form an auditory quality it couldn ’ t form without placing it in this position. 
 
 Obviously, this is not a way I would normally discuss pros and cons. But I think this approach was a good way to highlight just how crucial this unit of wordplay is. Think about it: wasn ’ t it odd to scan across chunks of words with this part missing? Don ’ t you think this could all flow smoothly by including E? 

