I overheard this wonderful mis-use of a word, and rekindled my absolute adoration of such sentences. If only I could think of some better examples. Perhaps you can? If you can, please post them in comments for our entertainment!
I overheard the end of a conversation between Sheila and Pam in the office, and Sheila was saying “Oh, Pam, its really been quite carcinogenic having this conversation. I feel so much better now. “
I think she meant cathartic.
Oops!
*In case you’re not sure what Malapropism means, click here.
“Cindy, you’re such a plebiscite!”
i have no idea what she meant!
I studied The Rivals for my ‘A’ level English Lit…..oooh ages ago.
I’m afraid I’m the same, never gave it a thought. We had a small display, which my husband spends days preparing for. (Our kids are 17 and 13 so I thik the fireworks are more for him!) Hope you are feeling better now.
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Whoops sorry I commented on the wrong one. ;o)