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Old 01-20-2012, 11:35 AM   #11
monster
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Originally Posted by Sundae View Post
I am prepared to give up the completely superfluous n from the made up word if'n.
It might not last though, giving things up isn't my strong suit.
But just think about the knock-on effect: every small drop creates big ripple. If you donate that n, you can rehome the apostrophe on tho', freeing up a whole "ugh" for some poor soul in desperate need of an expression of disgust! Baby steps lead to giant leaps!!!1!!!1!
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