Wednesday, September 8, 2021

King's English

definition:  King's English: The standard, "correct" form of English, as spoken by educated people.


News headline:
“One killed after earthquake in Mexico'”

Question: When was that one killed?

Answer: After the earthquake.


Followup question: Was his death due to, or in any way related to, the earthquake?

Answer: Unknown


Shall we guess the intended meaning?

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