9.03.2012

Grammar Lesson Monday: Double Negatives



Welcome to Grammar Lesson Monday!
This continuous series will address many common grammar mistakes made in the media and that I've seen more than once.  I strive to make the world a better place with good grammar.

Today, we will learn about double negatives.
These are easy to catch if you read them aloud to yourself.

Here is the incorrect form:
I did not talk to nobody on the flight.

It's trying to say you didn't talk to people on the flight.

It actually, should be...
I did not talk to anybody on the flight.

Only one negative is needed to get your point across.


That's it for today.  Celebrate good grammar!

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