Tuesday, December 16, 2014

Today's Pet Peeve


When did this become a thing?   In the past two weeks I have encountered  the phrase "the big reveal" several times.  My grammar needs assistance.  That's why I purchased "The Chicago Manual of Style."  However, I learned as early as grade five that  the word "reveal" is a verb.  Don't use it as a noun unless you are describing  a specific part of a window or door.
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I want to reveal a secret.
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versus
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There will be a big revelation made on the show.
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See?   My teacher from fifth grade,  Mrs Nixon, thanks you.

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