Word maven Patricia T. O’Conner talks about a new euphemism for dishonesty, and addresses some listener mail. Plus, she takes your calls at 212-433-9692.
Events: Patricia T. O'Conner will be speaking
Monday, September 25th at 6:30 pm
The New York Public Library's Mid-Manhattan branch
40th Street and Fifth Avenue
Woe Is I: The Grammarphobe's Guide to Better English in Plain English is available for purchase at amazon.com
Events: Patricia T. O'Conner will be speaking
Monday, September 25th at 6:30 pm
The New York Public Library's Mid-Manhattan branch
40th Street and Fifth Avenue
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