stronglang , 1 month ago to random

We can [VERB] the [TABOO TERM] out of something, but what happens when it's an intransitive verb that takes a prepositional phrase?

@bgzimmer on "agreed the fuck out of it" and similar phrases: https://stronglang.wordpress.com/2016/02/11/i-agreed-the-fuck-out-of-it/

#swearing #syntax #linguistics #profanity #grammar #language

stronglang , 10 months ago to random

#Introduction #Introductions

Hello! We're a bunch of linguists, lexicographers, authors and editors who enjoy swearing and writing about swearing on Strong Language:
https://stronglang.wordpress.com/

Interested in the linguistics and culture of swearing, profanity, taboo language, etc.

Alt: @stancarey

#swearing #profanity #language #linguistics #StrongLanguage