A friend sent these, which are supposed to be actual instructions on these products. Enjoy. On a Sears hairdryer “Do not use while sleeping.” (And that’s the only time I have to work on my hair.) On a bag of Fritos “You could be a winner! No purchase necessary. Details inside.” (The shoplifter’s special?) On […]
Newspaper Bloopers
One of my favorite books is “The Revenge of Anguish English” by Richard Lederer. Here are some newspapers bloopers taken from that publication. The state board of fisheries is considering whether to impose seasonal catch limits on tourists. Queen Elizabeth arrived in Paris to begin a visit that inspired the warmest welcome the French have […]
Turn Right Here Left
As the political campaigns heats up again (sigh), I’m fascinated by the political labeling. We have red, blue and purple states (and perhaps red, blue and purple people). We have conservatives, liberals and moderates. (Not too many of that last group, unfortunately.) And, of course, we have the “right” and the “left.” This is perhaps […]
New Words Describe Mobile Types
In the November 13 issue of the New York Times Magazine, Lizzie Shurnick suggests several new words, all geared for cell phone/smartphone users. “Clogin” is defined as “one who blocks an entrance or exit while checking a smartphone.” “Mailingerers” are “those who pretend to have messages.” And “e-ander” is “walking slowly while checking messages.” I […]
Newspapers Mistakes
Here are some entertaining newspaper mistakes, taken from “The Revenge of Anguish English” by Richard Lederer. The state board of fisheries is considering whether to impose seasonal catch limits on tourists. Queen Elizabeth arrived in Paris to begin a visit that inspired the warmest welcome the French have given given a royal figure since they guillotined […]
Fun with English
Every now and then I treat myself to a dose of humor. Here are some entertaining newspaper mistakes, taken from “The Revenge of Anguish English” by Richard Lederer. The state board of fisheries is considering whether to impose seasonal catch limits on tourists. Queen Elizabeth arrived in Paris to begin a visit that inspired the warmest […]
