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Old July 30th 05, 02:07 AM
Brenda Ann
 
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"Honus" wrote in message
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However, the killing of any person without benefit of a trial is

murder,
irregardless of the crime of which they are accused.


Irregardless isn't a word, either.


From Merriam Webster online:

One entry found for irregardless.


Main Entry: ir·re·gard·less
Pronunciation: "ir-i-'gärd-l&s
Function: adverb
Etymology: probably blend of irrespective and regardless
nonstandard : REGARDLESS
usage Irregardless originated in dialectal American speech in the early 20th
century. Its fairly widespread use in speech called it to the attention of
usage commentators as early as 1927. The most frequently repeated remark
about it is that "there is no such word." There is such a word, however. It
is still used primarily in speech, although it can be found from time to
time in edited prose. Its reputation has not risen over the years, and it is
still a long way from general acceptance. Use regardless instead.




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