Matt Taibbi

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1/24/2025, 7:00:19 PM
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@arribas_june
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19d
@mtaibbi Latin did not evolve. It has strict rules, granmar and vocabulary. It's not dead either. Either the word means what it means, or it's just not the same word. Just like 2 + 2 can only be equal to 4.
Matt Taibbi
@mtaibbi
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19d
Well, that’s not true, language constantly evolves. It’s part of what makes it interesting. Changes tend to be democratic, too, i.e. usages shift only when most people adopt the new meaning. And words can be synonymous without being exactly the same thing, as is the case here.
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@LukeCanasta
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19d
@mtaibbi I literally die every time I hear gender and sex confused. Language has certain meaning that can't be changed.

The statement engages in a discussion about the evolution of language, specifically addressing the concept of how words change meaning over time. It is part of a broader conversation about language and its fluidity, which is a public issue related to communication and understanding.

  1. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes understanding by explaining how language evolves and how words can take on new meanings over time, contributing to a broader understanding of linguistic change. [+1]
  2. Principle 4:
    I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
    The statement engages in constructive dialogue by providing an explanation rather than attacking the previous speaker, thus maintaining a respectful tone. [+1]