I am actually a top culprit in the trend in using "actually" in too many sentences. I am trying to stop. Has anyone else notice this? It is actually everywhere.
Did the usage of "actually" become more prevalent now that so much of our lives are lived virtually? (or interacting with virtual reality?)
Count actually how many times you hear "actually" during the day and you'll start to notice. I am about 50/50 in actually getting myself to stop.
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The other word I am working on ceasing to say or write is "got" (or "get" or "getting," which I used in the sentence before this. I takes effort to re-write that sentence!) I don't know if this is a Midwestern trend, but I have heard using the word "got" is not the best English, so I am trying to stop. It is hard to come up with descriptive verbs on the spot. If someone asks me a question, many answers use the word got.
Q: What did you get at the store?
A: I got milk and bread.
A2: I obtained milk and bread (Is this what I am supposed to say?). I bought milk and bread.
Q: What time did you arrive?
A: I got there at 7:00pm.
A2: I arrived at 7:00pm.
Q: What grade did you receive on your exam?
A: I got an A.
A2: I received an A.
Any other word trends you are noticing?
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