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Here is some evidence that autocorrect can be successful (even when you don't want it to be successful) in correcting mistakes:
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Originally Posted by Retriever
One of the youngest caseworkers was in the habit of using the non-word "a lot" in her reports, so because she had asked for a critique of her writing, that mistake was one that I pointed-out to her.
When I typed it, I really did use the non-word, "alot", and I didn't notice that autocorrect had separated it into two words, as it should be. Obviously, I should have been more careful with my proofreading in order to verify that my non-word had not been corrected!
I haven't read all the posts but how about when someone says forte and pronounces it fortay. When something is your strongpoint it's your forte (fort).
I haven't read all the posts but how about when someone says forte and pronounces it fortay. When something is your strongpoint it's your forte (fort).
Both pronunciations are considered standard. In fact, the two-syllable pronunciation is preferred by most. I use the two-syllable pronunciation because I don't want to engage in a discussion of the origin and pronunciation of the word; teaching isn't my (fôr′ta′).
Wonder for wander. "I want to wonder around town". At first I thought it may be autocorrect but I read it too often on travel forums. Same with advice/advise. Nine times out of 10, it's "I need your advise".
My pet peeve is people pronouncing the word "moot" as "mute". For instance, "What you are telling me is a mute point."
That one is hilarious because if it's "mute" point no one can pronounce it anyway!
One that irritates me is "everyday" when what is meant is "every day." I saw an e-card today that said "Everyday is special." Nope. "Everyday" is practically the opposite of special.
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