Worst words (4)

David F

"You just want to sin"

In my dealings with the religious, especially those of my family who have remained within, there's been an occasional grace-note of jealousy. They rightly perceive the greater freedom afforded by a life that is no longer guided by arbitrary restrictions created to keep the priestly…

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David F

Verbing and Nouning

I work in a corporate environment that abuses English with the best of them.  I strive to keep my own language as straightforward and simple as possible, while still making myself understood among my colleagues.  It's a sad truth that some people simply cannot digest…

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David F

All the Liars

Someone I work with has a collection of "Leadership Principles" on the wall of her office.  Usually, these bulleted batches of business bromides are a mixed bag at best, but this one has an entry that really stands out for me: Get all the liars…

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