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Reactionary’s Corner

16 July, 2010
Posted in: Reading etc.

Why is it that no one has relatives who die any more?

People have “loved ones who have passed away” instead.

I heard a daft drama on Radio 4 which was set in World War II. Our heroine was in danger of losing her “loved one”. Really, was that usage common, in 1942? Speaking of one of the other characters she wondered: “What does he bring to the table?” What indeed, we will have to see, going forward.

If you would like to mention your pet irritations in the comments, feel free.

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