pronouns
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You Can Get Better at Using the Right Pronouns (Without Being Offensive)
When you use someone’s correct pronouns, you’re showing them a basic level of respect. Still, many well-meaning people find themselves confused or even intimidated by the terrain of different gender identities — especially when speaking to someone you’re not particularly close with, like an employee, or your kid’s friend from school.
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How To Use Gender-Neutral Pronouns
Illustration by Angelica Alzona/GMG If you feel awkward using gender-neutral pronouns – or avoid them because you don’t know how to use them correctly – it’s time to get up to speed. Language tends to shift towards inclusivity, and gender-neutral pronouns are becoming more widely used, so get in the habit now before you become…
