Word Nerds: Styling

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I loved this article, inspired by the occasion of the publication of the 16th edition of the Chicago Manual of Style. If, like me, you've ever wondered what that was, or where it came from, you too may find the article interesting and educational.

"Hyphenate This!" [Click Here]

I've tagged this blog for Mature Audiences due to rude language contained in the linked article.

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Aaaahhh!

Shall we say I am one of the non-slitters of wrists with this sort of book? Just call me geek.

Ugh! pay-wall

Is that supposed to be hyphenated? I'm too cheep to check

I liked all the alternatives that the old Chicago gave, but have to admit that is what made it so hard to use. I really do pay attention to these things, and even know a bit about grammar, but my fingers don't.