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This isn't the gotcha you think it is. There's a slight difference in using a well established acronym vs. a personally made-up one π
You're essentially getting upset that someone used a word that you aren't familiar with. With that, you're comparing someone using this unfamiliar word to the use of a non-existant word.
When you encounter a word you dont know, you look it up in a dictionary. You don't call out the author on their communication skills (rudely, mind you).
I'm really trying to be cordial here, and I really don't mean to cause upset, but you must see where I'm coming from, no?
Acrynoms arenβt words. Your argument is moot.
Way to completely miss my point. For someone who touts communication, your skills are severely lacking. Have a nice day.
May you have a nice day as well. You should try not to take things so personally. If you'd like to learn how and when you use Abbreviations and Acronyms you can do so here: https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/subject_specific_writing/journalism_and_journalistic_writing/ap_style.html
Christ, how insufferable. I dont know what I expected. Welcome to the block list I guess.
Your inability to deal with loss is what will inevitably hold you back. You chose to argue, and you lost. You wonβt get a stomach ache from swallowing your pride, but you will isolate yourself to a sad echo chamber if you choose to block and sedate everyone and everything that hurts your feelings.