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Banished Words and Phrases (with audio)

The self-proclaimed protectors of our language have not let us down. For the 38th year, Lake Superior State University in Michigan has released its list of words and phrases banished from the Queen's English for "mis-use, over-use, and general uselessness."

Herb Trix reports.

(audio player is below the graphic)