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Originally Posted by BillyMac
I'm not sure if I've ever seen these two words used in the same sentence before. In fact, I'm not sure that I've ever seen the word parlance before, or really know what it means.
I give up. Philosopher, writer, or English teacher? Come on. Inquiring minds, that don't use words like parlance, want to know.
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So you're saying that 'common parlance' isn't common parlance anymore? Hm, ironic, and a shame. It just means "common way of speaking." Same root as 'parlay' and 'parole'.
As for your question: Are there any other options besides these three? I am a philosopher, I have 2 published books, I'm currently teaching a writing course, and I taught ESL for several years. Does that help?
I apologize if this post qualifies me for "Mr. Annoying Autobiography Guy."
