Go forth with your newfound knowledge!
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Yes, but it's faster to type alot than a lot............it's all about speed on the forum.Comment -
I know I'm asking a lot for people to spend that extra fraction of a second hitting the space bar an additional time every so often, but think of all the benefits.Originally posted by FishheadComment -
You're obviously a scholar.
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now please explain the differences with your, you're, to, too, and two
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"Shaddup you face" = non-existent word. "Shut the hell up" = correct.
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I do this alot.Comment -
I always type "alot" because its quicker & this isnt a grammar forum, and thats not that bad of a grammatical error to begin with, not when everyone on this forum looses bets every dayComment -
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waht is the pniot of sielnplg, it has aadrely been deireetmnd yuor barin deos not craeComment -
true, but my brain did not like that sentence. it took an extra second of processing time to decipher it.Originally posted by brooks85Comment -
As long as the first and last letters of a word are the same, you can scramble them any way you want. I see this riddle alot.Comment -
Damn, you showed me up.Originally posted by ProfaneRealityComment -
I typically assume that someone using "alot" isn't that intelligent. Instead of taking 30 seconds to write a small post, it takes 30.5 seconds? You typed "&", which is noticeably more annoying to type than hitting the shift bar.Originally posted by THE PROFIT
If one wants to type informally without always looking less intelligent, I'd suggest not capitalizing anything.Comment -
tantks aolt.Comment -
As some on here know, I'm always up for policing the grammar around here -- it just seems like 99% of the forum could give a shit.
By the way, Poochie, for the record, "non-existent" is also a nonexistent word.
All prefixes should be closed up with the word, though many people don't realize this. Co-, re-, pre-, non-, etc., all those do not take a hyphen except in certain cases where the reading of the word would be awkward, like certain double-vowel situations, like "co-owner" or "de-emphasize."
I've been a professional copy editor for 14 years, so see me with all your grammar questions!
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Originally posted by THE PROFIT
Love the humor.Comment -
Originally posted by CapybaraAs some on here know, I'm always up for policing the grammar around here -- it just seems like 99% of the forum could give a shit.
By the way, Poochie, for the record, "non-existent" is also a nonexistent word.
All prefixes should be closed up with the word, though many people don't realize this. Co-, re-, pre-, non-, etc., all those do not take a hyphen except in certain cases where the reading of the word would be awkward, like certain double-vowel situations, like "co-owner" or "de-emphasize."
I've been a professional copy editor for 14 years, so see me with all your grammar questions!
Where has all of your gramatically inclined gifts gotten you? You are unemployed,correct? Besides, this is a sports forum. If you would like to tout your dick size about your grammer talents I am sure there is another venue that would be more appropriate for you. Anybody smart enough to be a "professional copy editor" should also be smart enough to always consider your audience.
Just my .02c.Comment -
It's an alternative spelling, according to Wiktionary.org! I didn't really make two ****-ups in a sentence where I called out people's grammar, did I?Originally posted by CapybaraComment -
Common! Enaf with this crapola!Comment -
Capybara looked playfully boastful at best to me, and s/he brought his/her grammar skills up on topic. I think you should lighten upOriginally posted by lyon804
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Whoa, Lyon, where'd the hate come from, brother? I wasn't touting dick size at all, I admit I'm a loser in just about every thread I post in!!! Can a guy say one positive thing about himself in here without people calling him a cocky prick?! I happen to have honed one particular skill, give me a break, Geez. Surprised at you, Lyon. Kick a guy while he's down, why dontcha.Originally posted by lyon804
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You'll notice that many grammatical rules (if not most!) are up for some degree of debate... For instance, Chicago Manual of Style has a lot of differences from the AP Style Guide.Originally posted by poochiecollins
However, almost all sources now suggest you do not hyphenate prefixes except in certain special cases. Even the longer ones. People freak out about long-looking words, but it should be multinational, not multi-national. It should be overcompensate, not over-compensate.
Capy out.Comment -
Originally posted by CapybaraWhoa, Lyon, where'd the hate come from, brother? I wasn't touting dick size at all, I admit I'm a loser in just about every thread I post in!!! Can a guy say one positive thing about himself in here without people calling him a cocky prick?! I happen to have honed one particular skill, give me a break, Geez. Surprised at you, Lyon. Kick a guy while he's down, why dontcha.
Sorry, if I took it wrong. Apparently I did considering the reaction. I just don't suffer the elitist very well and that is how I took it.. Carry on with your work. Below is the link copied for a forum you might like.
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We had a mod here who didn't know "they're" from "their" from "there". Everything was "there".
"Alot" doesn't offer a lot to get up in arms about.Comment -
No worries, bro. Yeah, definitely not an elitist.Originally posted by lyon804 Elitists have generally made something of themselves. I do feel strongly on certain subjects, so maybe I come off elitist at times... like with music or movies... But I am fully aware of my lot in life as failure and bottom-feeder! LOL!
Carry on with your work as well! Wait, what is your work?
Oh, by the way, the elitists I cannot suffer are the ones who brag about getting all kinds of amazing A+, supermodel pussy every second. Those are the ones I can't deal with and who I want to throttle.
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I just see this mistake done so frequently here.Originally posted by sicklerComment -
It's good for everybody to have something they feel strongly about and which they excel in. Obviously, I am not a grammer expert. I did however graduate from college and enjoy my work as an insurance agent. Was a C student in English Lit in college but generally my A's and B's because my sister could clean up my work.Comment -
There are so many errors in here that my brain doesn't even see them anymore.Originally posted by poochiecollins
I honestly don't care about them, except when I can barely read somebody's breakdown of a game, like when it takes forever to get through their analysis because it's so loaded with errors....
ACTUALLY... that reminds me... Much worse than the grammatical errors in here are the punctuation issues!!! That's my one real pet peeve. Periods and commas were invented for a fukking reason -- to improve readability! Use 'em!Comment -
Lyon, your grammar isn't bad at all!Originally posted by lyon804Comment -
Capybara, we could make a shared account with the handle, "Grammar Police," which will be used for nothing but trolling around pointing out grammar errors. Word?Comment -
Oh, everyone would just love that I'm sure. We'd prob become two of the most hated posters on here.Originally posted by poochiecollins
(Can you create a shared account? Who knew?)Comment -
Originally posted by Capybara
It leaves quite a bit to be desired. There are many things about the English language I mush. I have been told before by college professors. Many things were cleaned up in time and I did get better, but it is not natural for me. I was a decent student in school but a long shot from a Rhodes Scholar. My sister on the other hand was naturally gifted. It made sense for her and she excelled in it. Learned from her as well. Some of my college professors told me I wrote well and had good intentions, but my grammer was holding me back.
I went to college to play baseball and respected my professors so naturally I had no worries. Only dumb jock athletes with attitudes got bad grades. Show some respect and eagerness to learn... well, let's just say it was ok.Comment -
It's America. You can do anything. (As opposed to Soviet Russia, where anything does you.)Originally posted by CapybaraOh, everyone would just love that I'm sure. We'd prob become two of the most hated posters on here. (Can you create a shared account? Who knew?)
For maximum effect, the account would also be shared with several people who are educated and have nothing better to do than post here all day.Comment
