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Ask LLOG: "(The) OCCUPATION NAME"?

Language Log·Mark Liberman·2 months ago
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From Coby L: I wonder if you can refer me to a discussion of the appropriateness of the very common omission of "the" when a person's name is preceded by their position or occupation and is not a title or rank (like Professor, Colonel or President).…

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The BBC understands

Language Log·Mark Liberman·2 months ago
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Sima Kotecha, "Soham murderer Ian Huntley taken off life support, BBC understands", BBC 3/6/2026: Soham murderer Ian Huntley is close to death after being taken off life support following an attack in prison, the BBC understands.…

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