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  • yes, it’s awkward for the “individual” who is longing for reliable expression

    it also seems to be awkward for people who can’t figure out the changes in the language they think as their own. They are irritated by their “disfigured” reflection

    it’s awkward for officials who need to make decisions (positive or negative) about the use of “inclusive” language

    we give shape to languages and languages shape us

    English could initially have neutral pronouns and people would be obliged to find other reasons to hate each other 🤷