Thread: Spell it Right

Originally Posted by Lazarus

I go back and forth on the importance of perfect grammar. I think it is important to make a reasonable effort to communicate clearly (otherwise why communicate at all?). But being a grammar stickler I am not as sure about. It is easy to pick nits endlessly. Here is an example. In the phrase above "most" is being used to qualify an absolute (favorite), which is technically incorrect grammar.

Hello, Lazarus:

Thank you for your note.

In this case, right you are on the use of the word "most." It does not belong there. It borders on the neighborhood of "most unique."

My thoughts on the subject of the spelling of the word eBay were meant for myself and no one else. That's why I started my initial post with the following: "I insist on good grammar and punctuation for myself."

I try to do my best, though now and then I miss something, as you have thoughtfully noted.

Regards,
Obie