Tag Archives: words

A Necklace of Words

Posted on October 10, 2021 by Scribe Doll

1. Sfumatura (Italian): a shade, a nuance, but I love the sound of the word fumo (smoke) that forms it. A graduation in colour that’s as subtle as smoke; its very sound evokes a swirl of gossamer.  Close your eyes … Continue reading →

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Words and Civilisation: “Busy”

Posted on November 25, 2012 by Scribe Doll

As I understand it, it is a medical fact that an allergy is often an intolerance to a substance with which your body is already saturated.  A kind of overflow.  In other words, an allergy is your body’s way of … Continue reading →

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Words and Civilisation: “I don’t want to get involved”

Posted on April 8, 2012 by Scribe Doll

A friend and I were walking down the street and saw a woman sitting on a doorstep, crying her eyes out.  “Don’t get involved,” said my friend, picking up the pace.  A few steps further, I let my friend go … Continue reading →

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Words and Civilisation: English – the Fast Food Burger of the Language World

Posted on November 6, 2011 by Scribe Doll

English is a democratic language.  Vox populi, vox linguae.  As soon as 51% of people say something in a particular way, then it becomes correct. Incorrect English usage.  Now there is a minefield.  Do not even venture there.  “Incorrect” implies that … Continue reading →

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