So why all the fuss? Why the concern? Simply, we should strive to speak and write accurately. Communication or, more precisely, miscommunication can frustrate the achievement of objectives. As observed elsewhere in this issue, writer Mark Twain noted that the difference between the right word and the almost right word is “the difference between lightning and the lightning bug.”
Careless word usage also causes interpersonal problems and difficult behavior and generates strife within and among various groups, communities, and nations. Clumsy writing and speaking confuse, offend, hurt feelings, discourage supporters, and create adversaries. As Rabbi Joseph Telushkin stated, “Chances are the worst pains you have suffered in life come from words used cruelly.”
By the way, I am not talking about or advocating being politically correct. Frankly, I am not good at that approach. This column simply advocates using words correctly for the sake of communicating.
So why all the fuss? Why the concern? Simply, we should strive to speak and write accurately. Communication or, more precisely, miscommunication can frustrate the achievement of objectives. As observed elsewhere in this issue, writer Mark Twain noted that the difference between the right word and the almost right word is “the difference between lightning and the lightning bug.”Careless word usage also causes interpersonal problems and difficult behavior and generates strife within and among various groups, communities, and nations. Clumsy writing and speaking confuse, offend, hurt feelings, discourage supporters, and create adversaries. As Rabbi Joseph Telushkin stated, “Chances are the worst pains you have suffered in life come from words used cruelly.”By the way, I am not talking about or advocating being politically correct. Frankly, I am not good at that approach. This column simply advocates using words correctly for the sake of communicating.
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