[tvbound]

Originally Posted by Boomer

Not a phrase but a word that has been misused for a long time. . .

“Awesome” — a word that should be reserved for spectacular sunsets, starry nights, the ocean, the Blue Angels flying over, and. . .fill in your own idea of awesome. BUT we all know that it is not for the silly, meaningless use of that word we hear constantly.

Lately though, “awesome” seems to be giving way to “perfect.”

I had to call in an order for shoes recently when my online connection was not working. You will be impressed to know my order was “perfect.” (I am so “awesome.”)

“Perfect” is for SAT scores (not mine) or for getting just the right haircut or for finally getting the balance of vinegar and sugar like it needs to be in my German potato salad. (Adding extra bacon goes without saying, of course.)

I am always polite to these people who do not know any better and are just trying to be nice when they throw around “awesome” and “perfect.” But they have no idea how close they come to an impromptu vocabulary/word choice lesson.

Teenagers and Millennials are the most likely to use those two words habitually. I expect that. But there comes a time to age out of the misuse of “awesome” and “perfect.”

Boomer — who is not in need of phony validation

Awesome post and nearly perfect, but that's just my own personal opinion so - no biggie. lol

[JMintzer]

The ONLY time it's allowed...

[Boomer]

Originally Posted by tvbound

Awesome post and nearly perfect, but that's just my own personal opinion so - no biggie. lol

No problem. I got this.

[J1ceasar]

Was it an expensive day at the golf course?

[thevillages2013]

Originally Posted by DeanFL

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I cringe every time I hear it on TV from some fans in the Pro golf gallery.

"IN THE HOLE!!!"

I can think of many other phrases used in the USA that are overused and cringeworthy. This one tops my list - it's SO 2005...
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PGA tour should have bouncers walking with the camera men because the only reason those morons say that is to be heard on television. They should rough them up a little, drag them close to an alligator (if possible) if not just hold their head under water for a few seconds, and then if they want to stay duck/duct tape their mouth shut!

[Billy1]

I yell "get in the hole" when playing cornhole.

[Brchy88]

Originally Posted by DeanFL

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I cringe every time I hear it on TV from some fans in the Pro golf gallery.

"IN THE HOLE!!!"

I can think of many other phrases used in the USA that are overused and cringeworthy. This one tops my list - it's SO 2005...
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OMG really? That’s what bothers you in life?

[GOLFER54]

I thought it was used in sex.

[banjobob]

I also wonder who the moron is that yells that stupid phrase and why he yells it .

[nick demis]

I would be happy if we ban the word "woke" and everything that relates to it.

[golfing eagles]

Originally Posted by nick demis

I would be happy if we ban the word "woke" and everything that relates to it.

second that

[Leadbone1]

Banned by who? I think this is still the United States of America to most of us. Get some counseling!

[tvbound]

Originally Posted by nick demis

I would be happy if we ban the word "woke" and everything that relates to it.

I just substitute the word "accountability," which is usually more accurate and descriptive.

[Mark1976]

Originally Posted by Two Bills

I have played with a lot of hookers on TV golf courses!

I hope not too many slicers

[golfing eagles]

Originally Posted by tvbound

I just substitute the word "accountability," which is usually more accurate and descriptive.

I guess we're just different that way. I substitute the words wussie, brainwashed and demented