Professor Kyle
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Begs the (not new but always interesting) question: what are some words & phrases you say in your region/country/family/etc. that are different from other ways of saying the same thing?
Professor Kyle @blackcatprose
I find stand on line – which I've only heard from NY/NJ/CT area – so interesting & cool sounding! Another one that intrigues me is how UK folks and some other countries say "in hospital" instead of "in the hospital."
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Laura E.
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In response to Professor Kyle.
Southern California--freeways/highways are "the 5," "the 15," etc.
12:19 AM - Mar 15, 2024
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Crafty Kitty
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They also say that on Western NY. I was surprised other regions don't. It's awkward for me not to include "the" before a highway or freeway (thruway in WNY).
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Laura E.
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In response to Crafty Kitty.
I have to try really hard not to say "the 395" when I visit my brother in Maryland.
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