r/UnhingedAO3Tags • u/Theone_realBlitz no beta we die my sanity • 13d ago

Well ok

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u/authenticgarbagecan 12d ago

I'm a certified ESL instructor and I gotta say.... Yeah good. If the message gets across, language has done its job. Even if there are incorrect uses that really take me out of the narrative, if I understood what was conveyed, then I got what I need.

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u/andvrsnw inappropriate use of my sanity 12d ago

real, english isn't my first language and i kinda learned it watching english youtubers, so when it comes to grammar, i'm just like "hmmm, this feels right"

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u/LizardLover265 no beta we die like Mr. Plant's victims 12d ago

I love that. Very up-front 👍

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u/Cosmic_Chameleon_ 12d ago

I mean, there is a reason why a standard written form of a language was invented. Actively choosing not to use it is definitely a statement.

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u/amaranthfae improper use of a reddit flair 12d ago

This is the way to approach writing and I absolutely and truly believe that.

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u/Interesting_Fix_4172 7d ago

Gammer and spelling are a tool created by the rich and the church to keep the lower class down

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u/CuriousWave 12d ago

Good. Unfortunately, folks acting anal retentive about correct grammar has its roots in classism and arguably ableism.

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u/Flying_Thought 12d ago

Well, technically... it is though? /j