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Why don't we say 'I'm smarter than YOU'RE'? The language of fear. Catherineisms.

Grammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing

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Exploring Language through Humorous Miscommunications

This chapter discusses quirky language phenomena, starting with a listener's inquiry about a Yiddish term from the West Wing. It also explores 'Catherineisms,' amusing malapropisms that showcase the playful side of language and encourage audience engagement with their own language experiences.

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