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dnh44
on Aug 6, 2017
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There Have Always Existed People Who’ve Simply Wan...
The OED has redefined it so you literally can't use it incorrectly anymore.
Of course because of that it literally has no meaning now.
nimih
on Aug 7, 2017
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It seems like it would be more correct to say that we (the English-speaking masses) redefined the word and the OED has simply done their job and documented common usage.
gozur88
on Aug 7, 2017
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Well, yes. That's how words change. Phrases, too - I've given up the "begs the question" battle.
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Of course because of that it literally has no meaning now.