Sorry: diplolingo discovers apologrets
Article Abstract:
The etymology of the word 'apology', and the permutations in expressing the idea of being sorry, are discussed. The influence of diplomatic norms for expressing regret on the usage of the word is traced.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 2001
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To no avail
Article Abstract:
Idiomatic usages are traced, such as the term "press availabilities" and its truncated version, "avails", to mean instances of media access to a political candidate.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 2000
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Off of
Article Abstract:
The use of 'off,' 'off of' and other prepositions is discussed. The varying meanings of 'suppose,' 'presume' and 'assume' are also analyzed.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 1993
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