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Re: Annoying phrases, expressions and words
[Re: Sicilian Babe]
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03/18/10 10:30 PM
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I don't wish anyone dead, and if someone young and vital passes, of course it's sad. Perhaps the public figure gave us good memories that we might want to share. However, building shrines? CRYING? I don't think so. I agree.
Dylan Matthew Moran born 10/30/12
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Re: Annoying phrases, expressions and words
[Re: dontomasso]
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03/19/10 11:08 AM
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I'm reminded today of another phrase while watching the news. What the hell does "went missing" mean? They took off to go to missing????  Of course I know they refer to people who are missing. I never understood that phrase. It doesn't make sense. It bugs me for some reason.  TIS
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"War is over, if you want it" - John Lennon
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Re: Annoying phrases, expressions and words
[Re: pizzaboy]
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03/19/10 11:32 AM
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"It's 5 o'clock somewhere." Wait a minute, I like that one. Actually, I live for that one  .
"I got news for you. If it wasn't for the toilet, there would be no books." --- George Costanza.
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Re: Annoying phrases, expressions and words
[Re: The Italian Stallionette]
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03/19/10 11:55 AM
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I'm reminded today of another phrase while watching the news. What the hell does "went missing" mean? They took off to go to missing???? Of course I know they refer to people who are missing. I never understood that phrase. It doesn't make sense. It bugs me for some reason. TIS Glad you cited that TIS. It bugs me too. When did that replace "became missing yesterday" or "have been missing since"? Where did they go if they went?
"Generosity. That was my first mistake."
"Experience must be our only guide; reason may mislead us."
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Re: Annoying phrases, expressions and words
[Re: pizzaboy]
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03/19/10 12:59 PM
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What about "downsized." Why can't people just admit they got fired?  That's a corporation's word for "We don't want to sound heartless, like we're putting hundreds of people out of work, so we're saying that we're 'downsizing'." The only word more insulting to people who have lost their jobs is "rightsized". And they didn't get FIRED. Being fired means you were lost your job because you did something wrong. Being downsized means that you were the victim of a corporate merger or that the powers-that-be want to falsely portray profits by showing an improved bottom line.
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Re: Annoying phrases, expressions and words
[Re: Beth E]
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03/19/10 02:50 PM
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The Italian Stallionette
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"Happy as clams". How do we know clams are happy? They sure aren't when they're caught and boiled alive. On that same note (and no offense to Beth) , what about when a person is "crabby". How did that come about? Do crabs have a bad disposition? TIS
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"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
"War is over, if you want it" - John Lennon
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Re: Annoying phrases, expressions and words
[Re: olivant]
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03/19/10 03:00 PM
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How about "a pig in a poke." I've never understood that one. Yea, I vaguely remember hearing that one Oli. What is a poke? A pen? How about two peas in a pod. That's been around forever. Oh, and what about "thick as thieves" or "fit to be tied." TIS
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
"War is over, if you want it" - John Lennon
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Re: Annoying phrases, expressions and words
[Re: The Italian Stallionette]
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03/19/10 07:15 PM
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I think the most annoying word I encounter in conversation is when people end their sentences with "so..." You don't see it in the written word, so why the hell do people say it when they're talking? I'll give you an example in case you don't know what I'm talking about (this is from an actual conversation with a friend. It isn't verbatim, but it is close enough to get to my point): Me: "Wow! How does it feel to finally have your college degree." Friend: "It feels great man! I've wanted to be a teacher ever since I was a little kid, so..." So...so what? Is that the end of your thought, or do you have more to add? If there is more to say, JUST FREAKIN' SAY IT! Okay so it doesn't seem like such a huge deal, but it is something that has bothered me for a long time now. My sister does it all the time, and most people I engage in converstaion with do it. I don't think most people realize that they end their with "so..." I am sure most of you have no idea what I'm talking about!
"Growing up my dad was like 'You have a great last name, Galifianakis. Galifianakis...begins with a gal...and ends with a kiss...' I'm like that's great dad, can we get it changed to 'Galifianafuck' please?" -- Zach Galifianakis
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Re: Annoying phrases, expressions and words
[Re: XDCX]
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03/19/10 08:40 PM
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I think the most annoying word I encounter in conversation is when people end their sentences with "so..." You don't see it in the written word, so why the hell do people say it when they're talking? I'll give you an example in case you don't know what I'm talking about (this is from an actual conversation with a friend. It isn't verbatim, but it is close enough to get to my point): Me: "Wow! How does it feel to finally have your college degree." Friend: "It feels great man! I've wanted to be a teacher ever since I was a little kid, so..." So...so what? Is that the end of your thought, or do you have more to add? If there is more to say, JUST FREAKIN' SAY IT! Okay so it doesn't seem like such a huge deal, but it is something that has bothered me for a long time now. My sister does it all the time, and most people I engage in converstaion with do it. I don't think most people realize that they end their with "so..." I am sure most of you have no idea what I'm talking about! yea i hate that too, so...
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Re: Annoying phrases, expressions and words
[Re: Turnbull]
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03/19/10 08:47 PM
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I hate it when people use "y'know?" to open and close every sentence. Michelle Obama did that on TV the other day in an interview ... That seems to be a trait of recent First Ladies. Laura Bush did it a little, but Hillary Clinton is the all time champ on using "y'know" in nearly every sentence, every interview, every day, over the last 18 years she's been in the national spotlight. Most annoying phrase is when someone is relaying a recent conversation: He was like, 'What are you eating that for?' And I was like, 'Whaddya think, cause I like it!' And he was like, 'Well, you just had that yesterday aren't you tired of it?' And I was like, 'I love this stuff, I could eat it every day!' And he was like, 'WhatEVER, dude, you are wierd.' And I was like, 'Yeah, dude, so are YOU. Want some?' And he was like, 'Yeah, cool. Thanks.'
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Re: Annoying phrases, expressions and words
[Re: AppleOnYa]
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03/20/10 12:31 PM
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I hate it when people use "y'know?" to open and close every sentence. Michelle Obama did that on TV the other day in an interview ... That seems to be a trait of recent First Ladies. Laura Bush did it a little, but Hillary Clinton is the all time champ on using "y'know" in nearly every sentence, every interview, every day, over the last 18 years she's been in the national spotlight. Most annoying phrase is when someone is relaying a recent conversation: He was like, 'What are you eating that for?' And I was like, 'Whaddya think, cause I like it!' And he was like, 'Well, you just had that yesterday aren't you tired of it?' And I was like, 'I love this stuff, I could eat it every day!' And he was like, 'WhatEVER, dude, you are wierd.' And I was like, 'Yeah, dude, so are YOU. Want some?' And he was like, 'Yeah, cool. Thanks.' I completely agree, Apple, but it can even get worse when people talking like that use the present tense to describe the past. "So yesterday I'm like all bummed out and she goes, 'why are you bummed out?' and I'm like because its raining and she goes 'yeah but its going to clear up soon.'"
"Io sono stanco, sono imbigliato, and I wan't everyone here to know, there ain't gonna be no trouble from me..Don Corleone..Cicc' a port!"
"I stood in the courtroom like a fool."
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Re: Annoying phrases, expressions and words
[Re: XDCX]
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03/20/10 11:28 PM
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So...so what? Is that the end of your thought, or do you have more to add? If there is more to say, JUST FREAKIN' SAY IT! I think this would bother me, too. I just saw something similar to this on Dirty Jobs today: Mike Rowe was working with this guy who, while they were talking, started a sentence and trailed off without finishing it; this bugged Mike, so he started finishing the guy's sentences for him. I found it funny, but also true for me. It's not that it makes me mad, but I feel kind of anxious if someone doesn't complete a spoken thought. (OCD.)
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Re: Annoying phrases, expressions and words
[Re: olivant]
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03/21/10 01:50 PM
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It's a form of the Past Imperfect tense. So are you  .
"I got news for you. If it wasn't for the toilet, there would be no books." --- George Costanza.
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Re: Annoying phrases, expressions and words
[Re: Turnbull]
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03/21/10 04:41 PM
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I hate it when people use "y'know?" to open and close every sentence. Michelle Obama did that on TV the other day in an interview on her issue, child obesity. Made her sound like a gum-snapper.
Atheletes are notorious for "y'know"; beginning, middle, and end of sentence. How about "Well", which preceeds the answer to most questions during an interview. Reporter: Do you think Jeter can sustain his high level of performance. Girardi: Well, I don't see why not. I think it originated with Ronald Reagan.
Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, whoever humbles himself will be exalted - Matthew 23:12
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