penny-a-line
/ˌpɛnɪəˈlʌɪn/Now historical
adjective
Of a writer: paid at the rate of a penny a line. Hence, of writing: long-winded, verbose; superficial, of little literary value.
Origin
Early 19th century; earliest use found in The Times. From penny + a + line.
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