One of my favourite pieces in St Peter’s Square at the Vatican: a statue that first appears to be a beggar, transforming into an angel as you move around it - by Timothy Schmalz.
@Terraphant@DatzMark@JonahDispatch Understood, but on this example, hasn't common usage changed? I share the frustration at what I see as "wrong" usages going mainstream, but I tell myself that my experience is not the fixed frame of reference.
@Terraphant@DatzMark@JonahDispatch The words that went into Samuel Johnson's dictionary were themselves the product of evolution. A dictionary is essentially a snapshot of language in motion. When broad usage changes, the dictionary must reflect it.
@ArthurMacwaters The juxtaposition of these two stats does not create the inference you may think. 90% of murderers are men, but only a tiny percentage of men commit murders. Only a tiny percentage of people arrested for (any) crime will go on to murder.
This #WomensHistoryMonth, we’re recognizing the achievements and contributions of women in the judiciary. The following features Fourth District Appellate Court Justice Amy Lannerd and her thoughts on her career, the legal profession, and more. https://t.co/dOwWGJTcE3
@guypbenson Serious question: why would failing to honor pre-check save TSA money or labor? Doesn't it create more work for TSA to fully screen each passenger?