Daily Archives: November 10, 2009

Now, Don’t Be Lazy

Posted on November 10, 2009 by languageandgrammar

Why do I more often hear people say lacksadaisical than lackadaisical? I’m asking because lacksadaisical isn’t a word; the correct word is lackadaisical. Lackadaisical means without enthusiasm or interest or vigor, so someone who is lackadaisical lacks enthusiasm or interest … Continue reading →

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The Appointment is Not for the Doctor!

Posted on November 10, 2009 by languageandgrammar

I know that this is a pet peeve more than a serious language error (A Pet Peeve Warning is in Effect!), but when you have an appointment with a doctor, it should be called a doctor appointment, not a doctor’s … Continue reading →

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