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The use of language and the giving of offence

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janerowena Mon 20-Oct-14 21:04:34

I loved it - and learnt something I hadn't even realised was happening. In fact I have been just as bad in my own way, assuming that all the men who apparently thought I was fluffy-brained and treated me to long-winded discourses on their favourite subjects, were in fact aspergic!

thatbags Mon 20-Oct-14 20:45:19

Yes, it is. Got about half way through but I'm too tired just now to finish it so will carry on tomorrow. Thanks for the link smile

MiceElf Mon 20-Oct-14 20:15:32

A fascinating essay

www.troubleandstrife.org/new-articles/minding-our-language/