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Back button? Is that used in corporate speak? I have never heard nor seen it used in any context other than the correct (original), but my imagination transports me to a conference room full of pompous middle managers and first-level supervisors. Is "back button" now a popular phrase in that setting? I no longer participate in those horrible meetings (Hallelujah!).


Usually at the top left of the browser window and looks like <-. It gets you out of uncomfortable web sites fastSmile Take care Mr V-Tail and thanks for the help you threw my way a couple of weeks ago. You're a stand up guy.
 
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“Give me” drives me crazy! When someone orders at a restaurant, meat counter at grocery store, or anywhere else it just drives me crazy to hear someone say, “Give me....” I say “I would like,” or “Could I have?” I think it sounds more disrespectful when someone demands.


Or “I’ll do”, as in “I’ll do the cheeseburger basket”. I know you think you sound groovy, but you’re ordering a meal, not self-medicating with a controlled substance.
 
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Back button <-
Back button? Is that used in corporate speak? I have never heard nor seen it used in any context other than the correct (original), but my imagination transports me to a conference room full of pompous middle managers and first-level supervisors. Is "back button" now a popular phrase in that setting? I no longer participate in those horrible meetings (Hallelujah!).
Usually at the top left of the browser window and looks like <-. It gets you out of uncomfortable web sites fast Smile Take care Mr V-Tail and thanks for the help you threw my way a couple of weeks ago. You're a stand up guy.
Yes, I know about the back button for browsers. That's a legitimate use of the words, and I just did not understand why it was on somebody's list of irritating / aggravating phrases; I was wondering whether it had been adopted by the weenies who sprinkle their company meetings with cute phrases. I did not understand why it popped up in this thread.



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[Yes, I know about the back button for browsers. That's a legitimate use of the words, and I just did not understand why it was on somebody's list of irritating / aggravating phrases; I was wondering whether it had been adopted by the weenies who sprinkle their company meetings with cute phrases. I did not understand why it popped up in this thread.


I too have never heard of the expression used in this context. Perhaps it is simply an "IT" computer nerd thing given Bytes plays with bytes. Big Grin



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[Yes, I know about the back button for browsers. That's a legitimate use of the words, and I just did not understand why it was on somebody's list of irritating / aggravating phrases; I was wondering whether it had been adopted by the weenies who sprinkle their company meetings with cute phrases. I did not understand why it popped up in this thread.


I too have never heard of the expression used in this context. Perhaps it is simply an "IT" computer nerd thing given Bytes plays with bytes. Big Grin


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If I see one more gun described as "having everything you need and nothing you don't" I'm gonna throw something !
 
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It is people trying to be cute, but it is a tiresome joke.

Exactly -- trying to be cute, but not really succeeding.

I realize that language evolves. English is a rich language because it has evolved over time, absorbing the needs and desires of its users as times change. But evolution is a process of moving forward. Some changes are not about moving forward, but rather rather backwards. Essentially devolution.

My position at work requires that I communicate to a variety of staff, management, Board members, committees, association members, suppliers, and customers. Proper diction promotes clarity in communication. I regularly observe how poor diction contributes to poor communication.
 
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My "cross to bear"? Roll Eyes Eek

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My "cross to bear"?

History has shown that some crosses are worth bearing.
 
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I find Just sayin' to be far, far more annoying.
 
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As for annoying phrases, how about "it's all good"?
 
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As for annoying phrases, how about "it's all good"?


Yeah, ax me 'bout it.

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In the meantime, can someone borrow me 10 bucks?


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In the meantime, can someone borrow me 10 bucks?


In my area they say: Can someone, like, borrow me, like, 10 bucks".


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Perfect and first legit opportunity to cross-post ever!

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