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Why might a poet change the meter in a poem from one line to the next

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To add more words of imagery
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Adds Versatility and Flair. Even though meter is often consistent and predictable, especially in poems that rhyme or have the same number of syllables in each line, it offers some flexibility and diversity. Change-ups in meter can make poems more interesting and they help change the mood if needed.

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