Purists behave as if there was a vintage year when language achieved a measure of excellence which we should all strive to maintain. In fact, there was never such a year. The language of Chaucer's or Shakespeare's time was no… — Jean Aitchison Copy Share Image
“Language change is not a disease, any more than adolescence, or autumn are illnesses.” — Jean Aitchison Copy Share Image
Purists behave as if there was a vintage year when language achieved a measure of excellence which we should all strive to maintain. In… — Jean Aitchison Copy Share Image
Word meanings are like stretchy pullovers, whose outline contour is visible, but whose detailed shape varies with use. — Jean Aitchison Copy Share Image
“It's hard to see what the problem is. Language speakers and writers have always been inventive, and texting is just one further example of… — Jean Aitchison Copy Share Image
