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Post by treatzapiza on Feb 22, 2019 22:17:11 GMT -5
seriously I can't believe you just took the lord's name in vain.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 22, 2019 22:23:04 GMT -5
seriously I can't believe you just took the lord's name in vain. He ain't my lord, sonny
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Post by treatzapiza on Feb 23, 2019 0:27:01 GMT -5
He ain't my lord, sonny I can't believe this!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 23, 2019 0:37:35 GMT -5
He ain't my lord, sonny I can't believe this!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 23, 2019 4:16:40 GMT -5
I tried to follow your dialog, Leni & treatzapiza, but failed. Can either explain what do you talk about? TIA. I was just teasing Hal. Not much more to it than that really
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Post by Beach Boys Fan on Feb 25, 2019 18:11:24 GMT -5
When people in whatsapp (stupid name, btw) message via using voice feature. It would be better if they typed instead, as the voices can't be listened, too quiet, even with ear buds.
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Post by The Cap'n on Feb 27, 2019 9:41:22 GMT -5
I'm 37 minutes into a webinar presented by our corporate parent. Almost literally everything that has been said counts as a pet peeve or overused phrase. This is worse than a parody of corporate nonsense paired with bad public speaking:
Speakers' phones going off in the background, presumably user error in handoffs of audio leading to awkward silences, plenty of self congratulations, fumbled cliches ("knocked the hurdles out of the park"!?!?), one guy who literally says "right" at the end of every clause and phrase--multiple "right" per sentence!--and the obligatory meaningless jargon.
Kill me now.
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Post by filledeplage on Feb 27, 2019 9:58:36 GMT -5
I'm 37 minutes into a webinar presented by our corporate parent. Almost literally everything that has been said counts as a pet peeve or overused phrase. This is worse than a parody of corporate nonsense paired with bad public speaking:
Speakers' phones going off in the background, presumably user error in handoffs of audio leading to awkward silences, plenty of self congratulations, fumbled cliches ("knocked the hurdles out of the park"!?!?), one guy who literally says "right" at the end of every clause and phrase--multiple "right" per sentence!--and the obligatory meaningless jargon.
Kill me now.
My condolences. Sounds almost as bad as live teachers' meetings, (school systems are corporations, too) where the (my) coping strategy was to be early, sit in the back, look up occasionally (not at the clock) and write a grocery or other to-do list. And, doodle - a lot!
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Post by The Cap'n on Feb 28, 2019 10:15:36 GMT -5
“Hack” or “life hack” instead of “suggestion” or “tip.” I can’t explain why, and obviously they’re just slang (meaning it’s predictable that I wouldn’t be a fan: people often dislike slang more as they age). But I hate those terms.
Similarly, “adult” as a verb. WaPo has a series titled something like “How to Adult,” and I’ve seen things about “adulting” as sarcastic t-shirt copy, for example. I’m bothered more than I’d like to be by these.
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Post by kds on Feb 28, 2019 11:21:54 GMT -5
I have a couple that're music related.
First, since I'm between the age of 30-45, whenever I tell somebody that I don't like Nirvana, they act like I'm crazy. That's followed by five minutes of "but have you heard (song x)" or "have you listened to (album x)." I've been thinking Nirvana is mediocre for about 28 years now, so I don't think listening to some random song will change my mind.
Second, whenever you say you don't like a certain band, the response "Nah, you need to listen to their non radio songs." I've heard this a lot from Nickelback defenders. Apparently, Nickelback's album tracks consist of heavier hard rock numbers along with their formulaic radio songs. To be honest, that makes me respect them even less. If you're going to be a radio band, sell a ton of tickets, and have a lot of fans, just own it.
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Post by Mikie on Feb 28, 2019 11:41:49 GMT -5
"Perfect".
Used extensively in the office and by waitresses and store sales ladies. I think "perfect" is the new word for "great".
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Post by Beach Boys Fan on Mar 7, 2019 18:39:13 GMT -5
I have a couple that're music related. First, since I'm between the age of 30-45, whenever I tell somebody that I don't like Nirvana, they act like I'm crazy. That's followed by five minutes of "but have you heard (song x)" or "have you listened to (album x)." I've been thinking Nirvana is mediocre for about 28 years now, so I don't think listening to some random song will change my mind. I didn't get the age bit but agree with you about Nirvana. Wonder who spotted these guys even. What weird exec signed them to record deal.
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Post by The Cap'n on Mar 7, 2019 18:42:21 GMT -5
Increasingly my pet peeve: mother nature. I hate that bitch. (Another foot of snow forecast for Saturday.) It'll be an interesting spring, with flooding seeming inevitable. That is, if spring ever arrives.
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Post by The Cap'n on Mar 12, 2019 8:09:53 GMT -5
“Right.” But not the response, “I know, right!?” that has already been discussed a couple times. A different annoying way to say right. You can never have too many ways to annoy me with “right.”
Recently I’ve noticed in lectures or other lengthy bits of speech, “right” is used to the point of distraction as a space-filler more palatable than “uh,” disguised as a check-in to confirm understanding or agreement. To demonstrate:
You put the pan on the stove, right, and set the heat to medium, right? Add some butter or oil, right, and let that heat up. Crack the egg, right, and add it to the pan, right?
You get the idea. Right?
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Post by John Manning on Mar 28, 2019 1:50:11 GMT -5
I read a lot off writing about walking. And get tired of the following type of phrase:
“Rising up” “Descending down” “And then” “It’s literally like being on the moon” “My head literally exploded at the thought” “Right at the start turn left, right into the centre of town” “Continuing in the same direction, keep ahead heading west as before on the previous line”
There was a classic spotted in a book some years ago, along the lines of: “As you reach the summit, the gradient finally eases…”
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Post by filledeplage on Mar 28, 2019 7:14:17 GMT -5
I read a lot off writing about walking. And get tired of the following type of phrase: “Rising up” “Descending down” “And then” “It’s literally like being on the moon” “My head literally exploded at the thought” “Right at the start turn left, right into the centre of town” “Continuing in the same direction, keep ahead heading west as before on the previous line” There was a classic spotted in a book some years ago, along the lines of: “As you reach the summit, the gradient finally eases…” If you say my "head literally exploded at the thought" - it's a joke because it is a misuse of the word "literally" - and "my head exploded" is a metaphor for that overwhelming feeling when you are shocked about an idea. And, I sort of like the metaphor "my head exploded" - and think if not overused - and used sparingly - it makes a good point. It is all about what someone might consider absolutely absurd. So absurd that your head (your mind) can't comprehend it. ;-)
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Post by John Manning on Mar 28, 2019 9:34:14 GMT -5
I read a lot off writing about walking. And get tired of the following type of phrase: “Rising up” “Descending down” “And then” “It’s literally like being on the moon” “My head literally exploded at the thought” “Right at the start turn left, right into the centre of town” “Continuing in the same direction, keep ahead heading west as before on the previous line” There was a classic spotted in a book some years ago, along the lines of: “As you reach the summit, the gradient finally eases…” If you say my "head literally exploded at the thought" - it's a joke because it is a misuse of the word "literally" - and "my head exploded" is a metaphor for that overwhelming feeling when you are shocked about an idea. And, I sort of like the metaphor "my head exploded" - and think if not overused - and used sparingly - it makes a good point. It is all about what someone might consider absolutely absurd. So absurd that your head (your mind) can't comprehend it. ;-) Ah y’re right … I was citing a too-generic example - it’s the misuse of “literally” that bugs me. Like when people squeal “I woz literally bleendin’ to death” - well, no, you obviously weren’t. And there’s is a joke in there but I don’t think many folk are thinking that way when they utter such phrases (in which case the joke is on them).
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Post by filledeplage on Mar 28, 2019 9:59:48 GMT -5
If you say my "head literally exploded at the thought" - it's a joke because it is a misuse of the word "literally" - and "my head exploded" is a metaphor for that overwhelming feeling when you are shocked about an idea. And, I sort of like the metaphor "my head exploded" - and think if not overused - and used sparingly - it makes a good point. It is all about what someone might consider absolutely absurd. So absurd that your head (your mind) can't comprehend it. ;-) Ah y’re right … I was citing a too-generic example - it’s the misuse of “literally” that bugs me. Like when people squeal “I woz literally bleendin’ to death” - well, no, you obviously weren’t. And there’s is a joke in there but I don’t think many folk are thinking that way when they utter such phrases (in which case the joke is on them). They are generic but absolutely on point.
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Post by usawoman on Apr 2, 2019 17:16:11 GMT -5
Hi all,
Pet Peeves:
1. People who think they know everything: They usually don't. People learn and grow daily. 2. Bar Snobs: Those who only want to be seen in what they call the top notch bars. Who are they to call sports bars beneath them. Each bar has something different to offer. 3. People who think they are better than others: Simply because one can afford to go to Paris doesn't mean they are better than someone who can only do, and afford, small town things. In the end we are all equals. We come into this world with nothing. We leave this world with nothing. Pride is horrid. 4. People who think that everyone has to laugh at their jokes: What is funny to one person might be what someone else takes seriously. 5. Bullies: This needs no explanation. They know who they are. 6. Self-centered people: No explanation needed. 7. People who get a huge kick out of using profanity: It is a turn off. There are better ways of expressing yourself. 8. People who say yuck when another is eating something the dislike: It shows rudeness. Also, one can do that to you at a future date. 9. Rudeness: This is a huge pet peeve for most, me included. Rudeness is a turn off. It also says a lot about the person who is being rude. 10. Over done manners: It is insincere and people can always tell when someone is over doing it.
Overused Words and Phrases:
Some people I have had to deal with overuse the word POLITE. While a good word it is misused as well as overused. When one says I'm polite they are also saying the other person isn't.
I cannot think about any overused phrases at this time.
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Post by Beach Boys Fan on Apr 2, 2019 17:25:55 GMT -5
Indeed, agree especially with 7.
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Post by filledeplage on Apr 3, 2019 6:48:26 GMT -5
Parking tickets!
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Post by Will/P.P. on Apr 3, 2019 15:58:31 GMT -5
Hate. I don't like the word hate.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 24, 2019 21:48:54 GMT -5
I've mentioned (ok, ranted about) this on the former incarnation of this board, but it still bugs me. The current use of the word " dropped", like in "Beyoncé Dropped Her New Single". A few short years ago, this would have meant that the song was not released. That it was pulled from production for some reason. Maybe there was some behind the scenes dispute, a contract issue, etc, etc. But now it means the direct opposite. The single was released. Why don't they just say that? The first time I heard about a song or album or video (I don't remember exactly what it was; it was a few years ago) being dropped, my initial reaction was "Bummer! I wonder what went wrong?" I know this is probably very nitpicky and old-farty to some people, but it really annoys me after hearing and using the term myself with the old meaning for so many years. Well, I suppose I should probably just drop this subject..... Oh, wait! I think I just did!
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Post by Al S on Apr 24, 2019 22:28:28 GMT -5
For many years, one would go to a Fish and Chip shop or, if you will, a takeaway burger joint - those serving up the food would ask "Would you like salt on them theres chips (you yanks may better know chips as "French Fries", just stubbier)?"
In recent years, a seasoning known as Chicken Salt (I assume it's a sodium product cut with powdered chickens) has hit the market big time. Now the shop assistants ask "Would you like Chicken salt or NORMAL salt on yer chips?"
"NORMAL salt" I ask you? It's just "salt", peeps, nothing more, nothing less.
Jezzzzzz....
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Post by kds on Apr 25, 2019 7:09:52 GMT -5
I've mentioned (ok, ranted about) this on the former incarnation of this board, but it still bugs me. The current use of the word " dropped", like in "Beyoncé Dropped Her New Single". A few short years ago, this would have meant that the song was not released. That it was pulled from production for some reason. Maybe there was some behind the scenes dispute, a contract issue, etc, etc. But now it means the direct opposite. The single was released. Why don't they just say that? The first time I heard about a song or album or video (I don't remember exactly what it was; it was a few years ago) being dropped, my initial reaction was "Bummer! I wonder what went wrong?" I know this is probably very nitpicky and old-farty to some people, but it really annoys me after hearing and using the term myself with the old meaning for so many years. Well, I suppose I should probably just drop this subject..... Oh, wait! I think I just did! I'm not a fan of it either, and here are some of my other "get off my lawn" pet peeves when it comes to music..... - Saying a rock song is "my jam" as in "Oh man, Supper's Ready by Genesis is my jam." When I hear somebody, especially somebody over 35 saying something is "my jam," I think they're trying too hard to be cool. - Flashing the maloik (ie. devil horns) too much. Thanks to the late, great Ronnie James Dio, the horns are a part of hard rock and heavy metal culture, and it looks incredibly silly to flash them at a Demi Lovato concert. - Wearing band merch if you're not a fan of the band. Attempts to get some "cred," people will wear a band shirt that they found at Target for $10 because it looks cool or vintage. If you can't name at least 10 songs, please leave it on the shelf.
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