From metal type to metaphor: printing terms that extended their reach. The positive 'anymore.' Gigglemare.
Grammar Girl: For Writers and Language Lovers.
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The Origin of 'Boilerplate' and Negative Polarity Items in Language
This chapter explores the origin of the term 'boilerplate' and its figurative use. It then delves into negative polarity items in language, focusing on the common use of 'any' and 'anymore'.
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