Harsh words harsh frames

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HARSH WORDS/HARSH FRAMES Language and Society

Transcript of Harsh words harsh frames

HARSH WORDS/HARSH FRAMES

Language and Society

‘You know, possums, you can overcare for an institutionalised loved one.’

‘Maisy has been hospitalised.’

‘What is the use of the courts if you can’t access them?’

‘Most children shop and recreate within eight miles of their homes’

‘Children truant in increasing numbers.’

‘The social worker was tasked to find them.’

‘Sorry, my diary’s fully scoped right now.’

‘This will impact the ongoing scenario.’

He was fundraising for the Oxfam appeal.He was raising funds for the Oxfam appeal.‘I’m grateful for the President’s support as Iraq transitions to democracy.’

‘There is a disconnect in many women between genital changes and mental changes.’

‘OK, I can see you’re not following me. Let’s flip-chart it.’

If he continues to grow his business, then his borrowing will gently trend downwards.

The American forces battled the insurgents as …

Keating’s friend, Anthea Turner … said she had battled her illness with great courage.

future prospects

past histories

past record

future plans

live survivors

safe havens

The two brothers shared the same taste in food.

There’s a problem with class.

There’s an issue about class.

There are issues around class.

We were aware of the build quality issues on one home but we were not aware that the problem may extend to other properties.