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Exacerbate

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ItWorriesMeThisKindofThing · 24/07/2023 18:48

I have seen the word ‘exasperate’ used where ‘exacerbate’ should be several times in the last few days (on Facebook especially). I understand why the misunderstanding happens but I would just like a gentle whinge here.

Thank you for listening.

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SaleOfTwoTitties · 24/07/2023 18:52

Oh dear. Does it exacerbate you?
😀
Sorry.

Grinchymother · 24/07/2023 18:54

I always have a little grin to myself too.
A friend of mine once described a horse as emancipated when she meant emaciated. I think it's quite sweet!

ItWorriesMeThisKindofThing · 24/07/2023 19:09

SaleOfTwoTitties · 24/07/2023 18:52

Oh dear. Does it exacerbate you?
😀
Sorry.

Ha!

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