AI writing is easily detectable due to rhyming concepts, says expert

emollick · x · 2026-08-25

Ethan Mollick notes that while getting AI help with writing or feedback is acceptable, over-reliance can obscure one's unique contribution. Crucially, for applications or papers where reviewers read many submissions, AI usage is often obvious. Even if the language is altered, the ideas and concepts start to "rhyme" across too many submissions, revealing the use of AI.

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