YES, Robert, that’s the elongated version of the same damned thing?
Where did this odd usage come from?
What does it mean?
Why has it spread?
And why does it turn a rational man murderous?
I agree with your rant, David, but if we’re going on about word crutches, can we just talk about how many times in this 60-second video you said: “What is that?!” ?????
I’m just saying’ [and yes, that’s a word crutch too!]
Yossi Mandel says
Thank you, Jerry Seinfeld.
Suzanne Ecklund says
Oh. Oh. Oh.
I love this.
Thank you for the dedication.
(You put Casey Kasem to shame.)
Robert J Holland, ABC says
The version I’ve heard is, after you say something someone agrees with, they say: “I know, right??” Just as annoying.
David Murray says
YES, Robert, that’s the elongated version of the same damned thing?
Where did this odd usage come from?
What does it mean?
Why has it spread?
And why does it turn a rational man murderous?
Kristen says
I agree with your rant, David, but if we’re going on about word crutches, can we just talk about how many times in this 60-second video you said: “What is that?!” ?????
I’m just saying’ [and yes, that’s a word crutch too!]
Joan H. says
You’re silly.
David Murray says
Kristen, you got me. Joan, so did you.
Jason says
I am not embarassed to admit that this expression frequently comes out of my mouth.
David Murray says
I’m not asking you to be embarrassed, Jason.
I’m asking you to either explain your constant usage of this weird expression, or cease.
David