Tag Archives: slang

Trendy Slang Du Jour

Posted on June 28, 2015 by Paleo Retiree

Paleo Retiree writes: Spotted recently at a NYC construction site: I’m surprised they weren’t able to find room for “artisanal” and “bespoke.”

Posted in Architecture, Humor | Tagged architecture, humor, language, slang, trends | 5 Comments

No, I Don’t Fucking Love It

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Blowhard, Esq.

Blowhard, Esq. writes: I spend way too much time online and, over the past couple of years or so, I can’t help but observe a new linguistic innovation. Have you noticed that many people no longer simply “like” or “love” something but “fucking love” … Continue reading →

Posted in Books Publishing and Writing | Tagged annoyances, Facebook, get off my lawn, kids these days, language, slang | 20 Comments

Food Jargon

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Paleo Retiree

Paleo Retiree writes: Although I do love it when my food is “artisanal” and “locally-sourced,” I’m at my happiest when my charcuterie has been “curated”: What’s your favorite contempo pretentious food term?