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May 22, 2013 @ 18:46:28
although I do feel the need to point out (and yes, I realize not as relevant to you per se) that it is not “towards” in American English but rather “toward.” Thus…it still doesn’t point out all the mistakes =D
I’m also not sure if I like it, it points out mistakes, but does it help us correct them and learn from it?
Needless to say, I rely far too much on my word processor and auto correct and spell check and grammar check and and and and all of it!! =P
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May 22, 2013 @ 20:55:47
Most on-line sites (including WordPress constantly urge me to use American English when I type. It drives me crazy. I. Will. Not. When will they realize? Darn… realise?
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May 22, 2013 @ 20:58:25
Rofl! Hence why I said it didn’t really pertain to you. But it’s something I have to constantly edit when I’m copy editing for someone.
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May 22, 2013 @ 21:58:34
It’s something I have to consider when Ghostwriting…what part of the world will these be read in? Do I call it a phone box, booth or kiosk etc…
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May 22, 2013 @ 22:00:07
Well it’s a cell phone these days. =P
I copy-edit both British and American English. It gets interesting sometimes.
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May 22, 2013 @ 22:04:38
If y’awl need any help, jes’ up an’ holler, – y’hear?
Awfully glad to help in any way, shape or form, what?
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May 22, 2013 @ 22:05:50
I’m crying inside. I live in the south and have to listen to that every day. It hurts my ears!! I miss the north!! Lol
Will definitely do that!
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May 17, 2013 @ 17:22:06
That’s so funny and so apt for my life!!!
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