language

19 truly detested words and phrases. What’s missing from the list?

‘What’s a common thing people say that makes no sense?’ – 22 answers to make you think before you speak

The Merriam-Webster Dictionary was inundated with language features that people get wrong – 19 of the best (or worst)

People are sharing the commonly misused phrases that really get their goat and these 23 will totally ruin your day

People are sharing the phrases they would very happily never, ever hear again – 17 everyday annoyances

Lev Parikian asked people for their most tedious bit of niche pedantry, and these 24 fit the bill

Turns out adjectives in English absolutely have to be in a certain order and minds were blown everywhere

Americans have been finding out what Brits call ‘crossing guards’ and their lives will never be the same again

Looking for a new euphemism for going to the toilet? You’ll lav these 21

‘What’s a phrase people say that really annoys you?’ 19 common irritants

‘What Americanism makes you irrationally angry?’ 18 transatlantic irritations

‘What British slang/phrase really gets to you?’ 19 hackle risers

‘What are some things that are just really poorly named?’ – 21 strong suggestions

Which ‘menu language’ grinds your gears the most? – 21 blood boilers

‘What words have completely lost all meaning?’ – 18 strong suggestions