Monthly Archives: October 2008

Peruse at This: Commonly Misused Words and Phrases – DivineCaroline

http://www.divinecaroline.com/article/22312/57817

“English is a difficult language. With words and phrases constantly entering and exiting our vernacular, reflecting changing trends, slang, and technology, it’s no surprise that some words are misinterpreted and some clichs sound as if they were passed through a game of telephone since their current form bears no relation to their beginnings.”

Booing the National Anthem? France Says Next Time They’ll Take Their Ball and Go Home – World Cup Blog

http://www.worldcupblog.org/world-football/booing-the-national-anthem-france-says-next-time-theyll-take-their-ball-and-go-home.html

“I think we can all agree that booing a national anthem is wrong. Always. Not only is it disrespectful to the host nation, it’s horrible and vicious to put the players and the singer through it. But the reality of what’s going on in France is…complicated.”