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"Grammar rules can only be formed by observing how native speakers use English. Don’t let semi-educated pedants bully you into thinking otherwise."

Heard on my UK for-lang-teacher forum after a particularly tiresome exchange of peeves (including a rah-rah for Lynn Truss, ew!)
 
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I have a Truss. I stick it in my pants to forestall a hernia operation.
 
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Great quote, Bethree.
 
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