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Re: Are you a plugger ?
Fewer. :thumbup:Originally posted by JamesWales View PostSignificantly better on the lines with the new trains (which are excellent btw) as there are more doors. Used to be a nightmare as everyone wanted to hang about by the doors.
Credit where it's due - less pluggers now!
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Re: Are you a plugger ?
Like many things regarding the grammar we were taught at school, the 'fewer v less' debate is spurious regarding things that can be counted.Originally posted by jon1959 View PostFewer. :thumbup:
The word 'less' was used for centuries before some academics decided that it was non-U in the 18th century.
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Re: Are you a plugger ?
I think I will stick with the usage since the 18th century, not before. I am confused enough at the best of times!Originally posted by Taunton Blue Genie View PostLike many things regarding the grammar we were taught at school, the 'fewer v less' debate is spurious regarding things that can be counted.
The word 'less' was used for centuries before some academics decided that it was non-U in the 18th century.
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