Words Come and Go in English - March 12, 2025
This Everyday Grammar episode, presented by guest author David Sullivan, discusses the dynamic nature of English and its ability to adapt. It delves into the historical and modern usage of the word "graduated," explaining how phrases like "graduated from college" have simplified to "graduated college" and the underlying shift in emphasis. The episode also touches on other linguistic changes, such as words transforming from nouns to verbs, and the general unpredictability of language evolution.
Mar 12, 2025•6 min