The first use of literally, in the sense of figuratively, dates to 1769. My outrage is officially over.

Thanks, Language Log. (via jannileesimner)

The people outraged by this because it’s ruining the English language or whatever seem to have a very poor understanding of how the English language works. And that is literally the most hilarious thing.

(via markzuckerbergs)

Always reblob

(via budgiebazooka)

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