EILEEN BURMEISTER
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Did I say that out Loud?: Let's not be careless about caring less, grammatically

It is a truth universally acknowledged that grammar is important. By me, at least. And if by "universally acknowledged" you mean that all of the voices in my head are in agreement, then yes, grammar is important. Of course there are those of you who are reading this and saying, "Correct grammar? Important? Why, I could care less."Ah, but you're wrong. And that's why it's important. Are you saying "I could care less" or "I couldn't care less"? The answer makes a big difference.As one popular Facebook meme reminds us, correct grammar saves lives. It's as important as the distinction …

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