Banished words
University spokesman John Shibley said he and his colleagues were surprised that “amazing” hadn’t already graced the archive of about 900 banished words. [1]
Last, but not least, on the list of banished words and phrases is “thank you in advance.” [2]
“I chose to transfer to Lake Superior State University because of the personal attention I would receive. [3]
A northern Michigan school on Friday released its 37th annual list of words and phrases that it believes should be “banished” from the English language, and it suggests that some classic — and perhaps hackneyed — should get the ax. [4]
It seemed to bother people everywhere, as nominations were sent from around the US and Canada and some from overseas, including Israel, England and Scotland, according to Lake Superior State University. [...] The word banishment list was created in 1975 by former Lake Superior State Public Relations Director Bill Rabe and his friends at a New Year’s Eve Party. [5]
Michigan’s Lake Superior State University is featuring those phrases in its annual List of Words Banished from the Queen’s English for Misuse, Overuse and General Uselessness. [1]
Michigan’s Lake Superior State University is featuring those phrases in its annual List of Words Banished from the Queen’s English for Misuse, Overuse and General Uselessness. [6]
Amazing, occupy, man cave, baby bump are some of the words that are on Lake Superior State University’s annual List of Words Banished from the Queen’s English for Misuse, Overuse and General Uselessness. [7]
Former LSSU public relations director Bill Rabe and friends created word banishment at a New Year’s Eve party in 1975 and released the first list the following day. [2]
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[1] “Amazing” tops 2012 list of “banished” words - CBS News
[2] This year’s banished words list is simply amazing - The Sault Star …
[3] Lake Superior State University :: Banished Words List :: Banished …
[4] ‘Amazing,’ ‘baby bump’ among words added to Michigan school’s …
[5] ‘Amazing’ Tops Words Banished List ? CBS Detroit
[6] ‘Amazing’ highlights Lake Superior State’s 2012 banished words …
[7] “Amazing” tops words banished list | wtsp.com