LanguageTool’s Mixed Bag—October 2021
Insights summarizes the content of this month with linguistic-related memes and the power of emoji language.
Style
Language style is not a matter of linguistic correctness, but rather of language that is appropriate or inappropriate in certain situations. Thus, there are expressions that seem highbrow and exaggerated in some contexts, while in others they are frowned upon or even regarded as taboo.
The Oxford Comma: Useful, Necessary[,] or Annoying?
There seem to be two sides when it comes to the Oxford comma: fervent defenders and staunch opponents of its usage and the logic behind it.
The UK Plans to Revert Their Measurement System Back to Fully Imperial
These days, the British government is discussing re-establishing the imperial system instead of the metric system or, to be precise, their current coexistence.
Dropping the Subject for Stylistic Reasons
Repeating the subject can get redundant sometimes. So, why not simply drop it? We explain how you can omit the subject in your formal writing.
How can I Come up with Good Phrasal Verbs? Please Stick Around.
Phrasal verbs often appear in informal language. But should I really avoid using them in my writing, or are some appropriate?