I move that the word 'literally' be stricken from the English language. The vast majority of times it is used, it is used incorrectly. Even when it's not wrong, it is usually unnecessary or a poor choice.
For the record, the only time that literally should be used is when you are using an expression that is usually taken figuratively, but you want it to be understood by the actual meaning of the words.
For example:
"I am literally the devil's advocate."
This means that you are an attorney or another form of representative, and that you work for the devil. You use the word 'literally' because if you do not, someone will assume that you are simply arguing in favor of an unpopular position, which is the figurative meaning of "playing the devil's advocate."
Thursday, July 06, 2006
Monday, July 03, 2006
How To Destroy The Earth
Don't you hate the Earth? I know I do. Here's a handy guide to ending it forever. It also outlines how the Earth will end if you do nothing at all.
The endless glory of the internet. All Hail!
The endless glory of the internet. All Hail!
Saturday, July 01, 2006
iPod Has Arrived
My iPod arrived. I don't have any time to talk about it, as I'm spending all my time messing with it.
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