A few stolen minutes out of your day to talk words and communication, because our daily lives are surrounded by the evolution and influence of words. Forget the grammar police. There is so much more to this conversation.
Who has the theme song from Rocky in their head? Me? Maybe. Or maybe you’re thinking about the dual-tone sound effects of Law & Order.
Wherever your mind may go with this question—as long as we’re not thinking about “verses” from Shakespeare or Tupac Shakur, which are a part of another conversation—these are the details you need to know.
Well, like so many things, it depends on where in the world you are when you’re asking the question.
A few stolen minutes out of your day to talk words and communication, because our daily lives are surrounded by the evolution and influence of words. Forget the grammar police. There is so much more to this conversation.
How do you spell “ice cream sundae/sunday”? Well, that question has an answer. As to the origins of this dessert, that’s a bit more tricky. Or should I say sticky?
I scream; you scream. We all scream for ice cream.
But what about that sunday? Or wait… what’s wrong with this question?
A few stolen minutes out of your day to talk words and communication, because our daily lives are surrounded by the evolution and influence of words. Forget the grammar police. There is so much more to this conversation.
Let’s have a look-see/looksy/looksie into the correct spelling of “look-see,” shall we not? (Yes, I know. There was no way to write this sentence without giving it away.)
Though you might see all of these spellings, only one is correct.
A few stolen minutes out of your day to talk words and communication, because our daily lives are surrounded by the evolution and influence of words. Forget the grammar police. There is so much more to this conversation.
We all want to do our part to help the earth, to take part in preservation efforts and conservation efforts, and… uh oh… these aren’t the same things, are they. Maybe you’ve never thought about it, but do you know the difference?
Hints for you: one is often associated with terms like “sustainability” and “responsible use,” while the other is often associated with a “leave no trace” mentality.
A few stolen minutes out of your day to talk words and communication, because our daily lives are surrounded by the evolution and influence of words. Forget the grammar police. There is so much more to this conversation.
Imagine being up on stage for a spelling bee. You’re feeling good. Your confidence is shining through your smile. The word caller clears his throat.
Your next word is “straightjacket”/”straitjacket.” How sure of yourself do you feel?
Oh no, doubt is setting in.