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To: The Philosopher who wrote (1913)3/1/1999
From: Ilaine  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 4711
 
Using "impact" as a verb is the most illiterate (least literate) construction I can think of. As in, "the study indicates that the presence of waterfowl impacts on the environment".



To: The Philosopher who wrote (1913)3/1/1999 12:29:00 AM
From: Edwarda  Read Replies (3) | Respond to of 4711
 
Please forgive me for this as I don't mean to sound frivolous: One of my major-league arguments with my lover is the correct usage of "lie" vs. "lay" in ecrtain situations. I am quite satisfied with what I believe to be the correct constructions, but I welccome input from the thread. I live to learn....


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