• Wiz@midwest.social
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    6 months ago

    Yeah that one always tweaks me too. I think it’s a listing battle.

    “Fewer” for things that are countable.

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      6 months ago

      I know language changes etc etc but it’s a hill I’m prepared to die on.

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        6 months ago

        It’s kinda funny, the hills people choose. I’m over here, stuck defending the original meaning of literally. Best of luck to you, fellow curmudgeon. :-)

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          6 months ago

          Oh I’ve got your back in that too. Plus: unique and jealous / envious.