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The Usenet Newsgroup alt.usage.english is devoted to discussion of the English Language , especially its Usage . It was newgrouped (begun) on May 11 1991 by David Bedno . The newsgroup frequently strays Off-topic ; sometimes off-topic discussions last for weeks. Indeed, many threads are begun with off-topic messages. Traditionally, sheep and food have been considered on-topic. Among its on-topic posts are reports of odd usage (including Mishy-phen s and Eggcorn s) and questions from people learning English as a second language. There is much information regarding the similarities and differences among United States, United Kingdom, and other varieties of English . Corrections of another poster's grammar, spelling, and style are usually considered acceptable (as they usually are not elsewhere on Usenet), but may lead to disagreements and instances of Skitt's Law , as it's called in AUE. Group members often participate in Word Games such as Govende (unique to AUE) or Pun -filled conversations. There is a about the English language. AUE contributors, occasional or regular, include Reinhold Aman , Peter T. Daniels (when threads are cross-posted to the newsgroup Sci.lang ), Lars Eighner , James Follett , and Jay Stevens . There are many more erstwhile and current regulars in the group, with varying interests and styles. Photographs of some regulars can be found on the group's web site.Professionals sometimes visit AUE to share their knowledge or get information about English usage. Among them are was developed under the leadership of an AUE regular for use there and in sci.lang.Each September, the Totally Official Summer Doldrums Competition enlivens or infests the newsgroup; it consists of questions that contestants race to answer correctly. One regular contributor occasionally posts to AUE a "Letter to Sis", an epistolary commentary on the goings-on in the newsgroup. These frequently spark long off-topic sub-threads and occasional slanging matches. EXTERNAL LINKS |
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