- hubby
- fur babies
- littles (for kids)
- supposably
- irregardless
were among the words chosen [see article here]
I find myself squeamish at
- hubs
- wine mom
- wine o’ clock (though sometimes it is very apt)
- exasperated (used mistakenly instead of exacerbated)
- of the upmost importance (instead of utmost)
- should/would/could of (instead of have)
- loose instead of lose
- girl boss
I don’t mind people using phrases that I wouldn’t use myself – for example, wine mom – because that is a matter of personal preference. People using a simple word or phrase incorrectly, however, makes me sad. I understand that it could be autocorrect, dyslexia, or not having access to good education but I cannot help thinking that in most cases it would be avoidable with more reading and better teaching. As our world becomes more visual and less textual, this will increase.