Hi waywardwind and bighorn -- Yes, I've been called a "word Nazi." I wonder if it is praise or envy?  Maybe both. There are all kinds of Nazis out in this big world: hamburger Nazis, car Nazis, bike Nazis, movie Nazis, architecture Nazis ... and so on. And I know that quality and correct usage of the language does several things: gives one credibility, elevates one's chances for success in life, makes one a great communicator because people listen and read.
  All the errors you mention in your posts are common errors and can usually be attributed to laziness in writing. The thought behind this lackadaisical writing is, "They'll understand what I mean. That's all I have to do." The trouble is a percentage of people won't understand because they consider it so juvenile that they won't continue reading.
While errors are annoying, I will persist on giving tips on writing and correct usage, gammar and spelling. Thanks for your input and support.
--td

Hey Rusty -- 'fraid I don't know what you are referring to. Can you give me a hint?

Hi SugarMagnolia -- Weary and wary are very different words, as you know, obviously. I'll post something to our news staff to that effect soon. Thanks for the suggestion.

-- Tim

I love all the suggestions. These are great words to play with.
--td

Hi SouthTexas -- I see it really is important to you. Thanks.

Hi Southtexas -- Obviously, the hard "T" is very important to you.

Hi Dejasmom -- Yes, many people from different walks of life make these common errors. Oddly, broadcasters, pronounce the hard "T" frequently; they should know better. Thanks for the comment.
--td

As I have said before, what I suggest here in terms of words or pronunciation is correct or preferred. Frankly, if anybody prefers to be incorrect, that is their business. I realize that many words, after consistent misuse, will enter a dictionary that way. That does not change what is really correct or preferred. As I mentioned before, the definitive American dictionary is Webster's.

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