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Elements of grammar

You might have seen this article which was linked to a recent Wordsmith email. As a supporter of Strunk and White, I thought Pullum’s criticism was uncharitable, but he makes some good points. That said, I thought the distinction between “which” and “that” was a good one that added to clarity. Oh well.

Dad • Observations • 04/20/09 • 0 comments

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