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Spell checkers catch only misspelled words, not incorrectly used words. Spell checker never met a homophone it didn't like.
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In major sports, the big money can attract big shot crooks. See New York Times article.
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Good discussion, Cia. Some writers, thinking perhaps it is a sign of intelligence, write very long sentences. This makes it difficult at times to identify the subject from among the many suspects. Homophones? Such fun, your and you're being the most commonly misused. I suggest you take up who vs whom in a future post.
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On which of these divine spots have you settled?
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Disclude. Easy enough to understand, but I've only heard "exclude" previously.
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Your mom is a very young-looking 45. And I learned a new word.
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You never know when some crazy, anti-gun (anti-second amendment) screwball will take a pot shot at you. That's why I have a Ruger revolver and a carry permit.
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It's sad to lose the greatest bluesman ever. He was a young man when I first saw him perform in Memphis, but, of course, so was I. Here's my favorite. https://youtu.be/4fk2prKnYnI The King is dead. Long live the King!
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Happy Birthday, Graeme! Some things never change.
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I admire your transparent lack of humility, Jordan...very refreshing.
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Why do Morris dancers wear bells? So they can annoy blind people as well.
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Excelsior, dude!
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Police Misconduct- Have you experienced it?
MikeL commented on JamesSavik's blog entry in jamessavik's Blog
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Writing Tip Writing Tip: Grammar Rodeo #2
MikeL commented on Renee Stevens's blog entry in Writing World
Actually, Joneses is incorrect. It is not necessary to add an "s" or "es" to a name (or noun) that ends in "s". The plural of Jones is Jones. Mr. Jones is the head of the Jones (the Jones family). Also, the possessive of Jones is Jones'. Just add an apostrophe to the end of Jones. The apostrophe indicates that something is possessed by the Jones family. No "es" or other suffix is appropriate. I think the term Joneses came into common use from the slogan "keeping up with the Joneses". This incorrect usage came from Madison Avenue, the Mad Men merely want you to buy something that the Jones already have. Don't fall for it. -
Does he have a PA?
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Welcome, Happenstance! You'll find a comfortable place here at GA. My reading recommendation for someone your age would be Desert Dropping by DomLuka.
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I think someone is missing the purpose and spirit of GA. Edited to add: I have no way of deleting this now meaningless post. It was a response to a poor choice of words in a post which has been deleted.
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Spring has sprung...at last. Only in the northern hemisphere. Sorry Oz. Today is the vernal equinox, the first day of spring. Everyone knows what that means...
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Be sure to see https://www.gayauthors.org/forums/topic/23393-make-us-laugh/?p=506393
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Celtic Thunder...my favorite, too.
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Here you go, Billy:
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This morning I shook hands with and wished a happy birthday to a man who is 99 years old. That's quite a milestone. I can't reasonably expect to live that long. My parents died in their eighties. My father's sister died at 42. Both of my grandmothers died in their forties...before I was even born. I occasionally tell people that I never had a grandmother. I know I must best satisfied with the years I have, however many and make the most of that time. "Do not pity your gray and withered elders, because they have already banked many good and productive years, which can never be taken away from them, not by misfortune and not even by death." Thanks for that sentiment, Drak.
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I'm sure you know this is your first story at GA in about four years. It's been quite a drought, but we are refreshed once again and just At the Right Time. I agree with Carrington...polished, professional, and convincing. Welcome back, Jian. I'm happy for your new situation and the result we have to enjoy in this story. Please keep us entertained.
