millennials

  • This Is the Most (and Least) Popular Slang for Each Generation

    This Is the Most (and Least) Popular Slang for Each Generation

    Much of the time, language evolves in subtle ways. New words and phrases enter our collective vocabulary through pop culture and current events—like “wardrobe malfunction” or “masking.” At the same time, terms that have been around for decades or longer can fall out of regular use because they are disrespectful of a particular culture, for…


  • You’re Wrong About ‘Less’ vs. ‘Fewer’ ?

    You’re Wrong About ‘Less’ vs. ‘Fewer’ ?

    Have you ever seen that sign at the grocery store counter that reads “ten items or less” and sputtered, “It should say ‘ten items or fewer!’” and had your monocle fall off in a spasm of self-righteousness? Well, don’t call the manager yet, Professor English, because it’s not that simple. I’m gonna blow your mind…