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In practice, the no original research clause, does not allow
paraphrases,
new words, or reason.
Why do you think so? I see nothing in the policy which indicates that.
I agree, I said "in practice". Look how many disputes are over single words or phrases. If you use exacly the same words, then it isn't a paraphrase, if you use different words, it is a paraphrase, but it is banned by NOR, unless a cite can be provided where someone else has used those very same words in subject at hand.
Word debates are usually about POV, not Original research. A paraphrase is typically a way of briefly summarizing something lengthy; if done correctly, it exactly reflects the original. Accurate summaries are not considered original research, either in theory or in practice.
Jay.