Wet Your Appetite
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That Doesn T Mean What You Think It Means
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Author : Ross Petras
language : en
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Release Date : 2018-09-04
That Doesn T Mean What You Think It Means written by Ross Petras and has been published by Ten Speed Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-04 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
An entertaining and informative guide to the most common 150 words even smart people use incorrectly, along with pithy forays into their fascinating etymologies and tangled histories of use and misuse. Even the most erudite among us use words like apocryphal, facetious, ironic, meteorite, moot, redundant, and unique incorrectly every day. Don’t be one of them. Using examples of misuse from leading newspapers, prominent public figures and famous writers, among others, language gurus Ross Petras and Kathryn Petras explain how to avoid these perilous pitfalls in the English language. Each entry also includes short histories of how and why these mistake have happened, some of the (often surprisingly nasty) debates about which uses are (and are not) mistakes, and finally, how to use these words correctly … or why to not use them at all. By the end of this book, every literati will be able to confidently, casually, and correctly toss in an “a priori” or a “limns” without hesitation.
Going To Hell In A Hen Basket
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Author : Robert Alden Rubin
language : en
Publisher: Flatiron Books
Release Date : 2015-08-04
Going To Hell In A Hen Basket written by Robert Alden Rubin and has been published by Flatiron Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-08-04 with Humor categories.
Malapropism - A word or phrase that has been mistaken for another, usually because of its sound rather than its meaning. Everyone has made the mistake of using a word or phrase that they think sounds correct, but in fact is not. Malapropisms make some sense. They have a semantic logic to them, even if that logic makes perfect nonsense. In Going to Hell in a Hen Basket, author Robert Alden Rubin delights in the creative misuse of words and celebrates the verbal and textual flubs that ignore the conventions of proper English. Culled from blogs, the deepest corners of the internet, as well as some of the most esteemed publications, here is a collection of classic malapropisms paired with hilarious illustrations. Some examples include: · adieu, without further - Conflation of bidding adieu (saying goodbye) with ado (complicated doings, ceremony) to mean "without saying anything more." · feeble position - An unborn child in a fetal position seems weak and helpless, which explains the confusion here. The two words also share some sexist cultural and literary associations. Feeble (weak) originates from a Latin word for something to be wept over; fetal (relating to a fetus) originates from the same preliterate Indo-European word that gives us female. · hone in on - Confuses expressions such as finely honed with home in on or zero in on (focus on, locate) and sometimes with horn in on (intrude upon). Homing, as pigeons perform it, often involves flying in narrowing circles until the target is reached. Hone means to sharpen; the malapropism conveys the sense of a carefully sharpened instrument and sometimes cutting in. Perfect for bookworms and wordsmiths, the point here isn't to shame the malapropagandists, but to delight in the twists and turns writers put our language through and to amuse and inform those of us who care about words.
Whet My Appetite
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Author : Gingko Press
language : en
Publisher: Gingko Press
Release Date : 2013
Whet My Appetite written by Gingko Press and has been published by Gingko Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013 with Advertising categories.
For many of us, eating out is one of the supreme pleasures in life. The experience exposes us to the talents of a legion of chefs and entrepreneurs who find fulfillment in creating subtle and original experiences for our palates. This consideration does not stop at taste, but extends to the other senses as well, providing new combinations of form, color and texture that can comfort or tantalize. This can also be true of the design of restaurants. Through the skillful actions of designers, a brand's aims can be met as the overall experience is enhanced. For the eateries profiled here, every decision is deliberate and a part of the whole brief - from interior graphics and signage, to menu, packaging and utensil design. Whet My Appetite presents the cr me de la cr me of recent design for restaurants that are pushing the boundaries of taste.
Grammar Girl S 101 Troublesome Words You Ll Master In No Time
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Author : Mignon Fogarty
language : en
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Release Date : 2012-07-03
Grammar Girl S 101 Troublesome Words You Ll Master In No Time written by Mignon Fogarty and has been published by St. Martin's Griffin this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-07-03 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Millions of people around the world communicate better thanks to Mignon Fogarty, aka Grammar Girl, whose top-rated weekly grammar podcast has been downloaded more than 40 million times. Now she's turning her attention to solving your worst problems—one troublesome word at a time. Are you feeling "all right" or "alright"? Does "biweekly" mean twice a week or every two weeks? Do you run a gauntlet or a gantlet? Is a pair of twins four people or two? The English language is always changing, and that means we are left with words and phrases that are only sort of wrong (or worse, have different definitions depending on where you look them up). How do you know which to use? Grammar Girl to the rescue! This handy reference guide contains the full 411 on 101 words that have given you trouble before—but will never again. Full of clear, straightforward definitions and fun quotations from pop culture icons such as Gregory House and J. K. Rowling, as well as from classical writers such as Mark Twain and Benjamin Franklin, this highly-useable guidebook takes the guesswork out of your writing, so you'll never be at a loss for words again.
What Caesar Did For My Salad
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Author : Albert Jack
language : en
Publisher: Penguin UK
Release Date : 2010-09-02
What Caesar Did For My Salad written by Albert Jack and has been published by Penguin UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-09-02 with Humor categories.
Did you know that the Cornish pasty was invented to protect tin miners from arsenic poisoning, or that the word 'salary' comes from Roman soldiers being paid their wages in salt? Why do we eat goose (or turkey) at Christmas? Is the Scotch egg actually from Scotland and what did some retired crusaders have to do with French toast? Who was the original Earl Grey and what sauce was inspired by Parliament? What dish was invented by Greek bandits on the run? Why were hot cross buns seen as magical and what's so rebellious about a haggis or medicinal about a gin and tonic? Did you know what the romantic history is behind the Bakewell Pudding? Albert Jack tells the strange tales behind our favourite dishes and drinks and where they come from (not to mention their unusual creators). What Caesar Did For My Salad is bursting with fascinating insights, characters and enough stories to entertain a hundred dinner parties.
The African Svelte
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Author : Daniel Menaker
language : en
Publisher: HMH
Release Date : 2016-10-18
The African Svelte written by Daniel Menaker and has been published by HMH this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-10-18 with Humor categories.
“For language lovers, this book, with all its verbal tangles and wit, is sure to, in its own words, ‘pass mustard’” (Poets & Writers). Inspired by Daniel Menaker’s tenure at the New Yorker, this collection of comical, revelatory errors foraged from the wilds of everyday English comes with commentary by the author, illustrations by Roz Chast, and a foreword from Billy Collins. During his time at the renowned magazine, Menaker happened across a superb spelling mistake: “The zebras were grazing on the African svelte.” Fascinated by the idea of unintentionally meaningful spelling errors, he began to see that these gaffes—neither typos nor auto-corrects—are sometimes more interesting than their straight-laced counterparts. Through examples he has collected over the course of his decades-long career as an editor and writer, he brings us to a new understanding of language—how it’s used, what it means, and what fun it can be. Illustrated by the inimitable Roz Chast, with a foreword by former poet laureate Billy Collins, The African Svelte offers thoughtful and intelligent exit Jesus. With both uniquely happy accidents and familiar fumbles like “for all intensive purposes” and “doggy-dog world,” readers delighted by language will find themselves turning the pages with baited breath to discover fresh howlers that have them laughing off their dairy airs.
Mental Floss The Curious Compendium Of Wonderful Words
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Author : Erin McCarthy & the Team at Mental Floss
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2023-06-06
Mental Floss The Curious Compendium Of Wonderful Words written by Erin McCarthy & the Team at Mental Floss and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-06-06 with Humor categories.
From Mental Floss, the premier destination for curious minds, comes a deep dive into the the world of words! You’ll discover the surprising (and sometimes very dark) origins of common terms, a guide to quirky old-timey words, a timeline of popular slang, tips & tricks to win at every word game, from Scrabble to Wordle, a collection of the best literary insults, and much more! Ever wonder if there is a synonym for the word synonym? Or why people really hate the word “moist?” Maybe you want to know why we tell a person to take something “with a grain of salt,” or why McDonalds went to war with a dictionary. From obscure words to the best literary insults ever written, this linguistic miscellany is sure to spice up your vocabulary, make you a whizz at word games, and prepare you for plenty of wordy repartee for your next soiree, with some of the most bizarre terms you never knew you needed. A CACOPHONY OF WORDS: Learn the meaning and surprising history of hundreds of words and phrases LOTS OF LISTS: Discover curated collections of literary insults, old-timey words, popular slang, and much more WORD GAME WIZ: Includes tips for mastering popular word games from Scrabble to Wordle WIT FOR WRITERS: Writers looking for just the right word will be inspired by hundreds of unusual and obscure words REFERENCE FOR READERS: Fans of every genre, from Norse Myths to Victorian Romance will find histories, origins, and backstories of the words that make up their favorites reads COMPLETE YOUR COLLECTION: Mental Floss: The Curious Reader, Mental Floss: The Curious Movie Buff, and Mental Floss: The Curious Viewer are also available
Now You Know Big Book Of Answers
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Author : Doug Lennox
language : en
Publisher: Dundurn
Release Date : 2007-08-31
Now You Know Big Book Of Answers written by Doug Lennox and has been published by Dundurn this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-08-31 with Reference categories.
Doug Lennox is back with a treasure trove of his favourite trivia culled from his four previous Now You Know books plus 125 brand new questions answered by the master of Q & A. Lennox dispenses knowledge concisely, never losing sight of the joy and fun of discovering the why or ordinary things. He covers a wide range of topics from sports to war, from crime to religion, from pop culture to politics. Answers to questions and the origins of hundreds of expressions and customs are brought together in this fascinating compilation. Thanks to Doug, you’ll learn the answers to: Why do humans kiss? Why is a miserly person called a "cheapskate"? Why is an evil adversary called a "villain"? Why is football played on a "gridiron" and a leg injury called a "charley horse"? Why is confetti thrown at a wedding? Why do golf courses have 18 holes? Why do the British drive on the left and North Americans on the right? Why is a road called a "highway" and the ocean the "high seas"?
Advanced English 2
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Author : Alexandre Giacomo
language : en
Publisher: Clube de Autores
Release Date : 2021-03-24
Advanced English 2 written by Alexandre Giacomo and has been published by Clube de Autores this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-03-24 with Foreign Language Study categories.
We are very proud to present you our new series of booklets for advanced learners. This series was designed to help students improve their language skills by themselves in a fun and intelligent way. The material is appropriate only to advanced students. The series will be divided into 3 parts and all of them will contain activities to enhance your listening, writing, reading and even speaking. Advanced English 2 contains 10 complete classes and a final exam. Plus, the student will have 5 hours of online classes (Skype or Microsoft Teams) in order to correct the activities and discuss some content. Are you the kind of person who thinks out of the box? If so, this course was made for you and we assure you’ll have benefited a lot by the end of the whole series. Enjoy.
Common Errors In English Usage
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Author : Paul Brians
language : en
Publisher: Franklin, Beedle & Associates, Inc.
Release Date : 2003
Common Errors In English Usage written by Paul Brians and has been published by Franklin, Beedle & Associates, Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with English language categories.
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