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Start Over Descriptor "*LIKE (The English word)" Publication Year Range Last 50 years Publisher new york times
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1. like.

Author

O'Conner, Patricia T.

Subjects
*LIKE (The English word), *TEENAGERS' language, *ERRORS of usage in the English language, *ENCYCLOPEDIAS & dictionaries -- Social aspects
Abstract

The author reflects on the use of the word "like" in the English language, particularly its overuse by young people in what is called "quotative like." Sample sentences are provided to illustrate that users most often use the word in a spirit of sarcasm or irony. The use of the word in this way seems appropriate to the author who notes that the American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language and Merriam-Webster's College Dictionary have both been amended.

Published
2007

2. Like.

Author

O'Conner, Patricia T.

Subjects
*LIKE (The English word), *ENGLISH etymology, *VERBS, *FUNCTION words (Grammar), *PARTS of speech
Abstract

The article provides information on the various uses of the English word "like." It is stated that as a verb, the word "like" gives off an affectionate connotation, while in other parts of speech it emphasizes what things have in common. According to the author, the word "like" has also developed another connotation that denotes a gossipy usage which is not in conformity with the purists of grammar.

Published
2007

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