The truth about everything*

The truth about everything*

The truth about "There I've said it"

But why are they saying it so drearily, so loud, so often?

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Justin Myers
May 31, 2023
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The truth about everything* is different every week! And this week, it’s the turn of Word c0unt – taking a closer look at popular columnists, columns, or regular features in the media.

A mockup of an opinion column with Joan Collins as Alexis and the headline I adore sinking oil tankers. There I've said it

Journalese is famed for its charming, sophisticated lingo that lets you know you’re reading something sensational, often written by someone on their third can of Monster o…

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