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A recently conducted survey shows that two out of three people pretend to have read books they haven't, with George Orwell's classic "1984" topping the list of books falsely claimed, followed by "War and Peace," "Ulysses" and the Bible. One surprise faked read on the list -- Barack Obama's "Dreams from My Father." When asked why they lied about their reading habit, most people said it was to impress someone. Well, of course!
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Irritating Phrases: Reader Pet Peeves
from user "Rex": Put me down for the most meaningless phrase in the English language.That being By and large.I have no idea what that means.
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from user "lois": "I am from the old school and am irritated by the use of awesome."
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User "williamdaley" : I hate hearing basically. Basically, that word is over used.
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User "lester": I swear if you took the phrase you know out of the english language 80 of the people in this country wouldnt be able to carry on a conversation.
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user "Arnie": By far, the worst is any variation on what's up?
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user "Skeeter": my daughter uses is whatever. Even though she's forty, every time she opens her mouth and utters that word I want to wash her mouth out with soap.
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user "Allison": Not!
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user "meledstick": I'm "reaching out" but "can't get my arms around" "sharing" "at the end of the day", but I guess it's just my bad.
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user "Mike W".: LIKE, every third word in a sentence.
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user "JB": Living in the NYC area I also hate this little gem: How you doing?
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With over one-third of Americans claiming to read more than 10 books a year, we think we're more likely ashamed of what we are reading. (All those "Harry Potter" and "Twilight" sales are coming from somewhere.)
Tell us: Have you ever lied about your reading habits to sound smarter?
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"Which way to the hipster dog park -- oohhhh ..."
Skooly DK, Panos 2013
A little extra affirmation never hurt anyone!
You Are Beautiful, Panos 2013
Dude, the sun shines down a little brighter on you. Likely due to your great hair.
Hellofreaks, Panos 2013
Caution: Upside down buses ahead.
Tim Fishlock, Panos 2013
Horse in a hurry.
Delphine Durand, Panos 2013
Gingerbread house crossing?
Mauro Gatti, Panos 2013
A curious statement of unity.
Steven Harrington, Panos 2013
The wisest street sign of them all.
Steven Harrington, Panos 2013
Bug-like creatures wearing beanies, go away! Seriously!
The London Police, Panos 2013
Big eyes are watching.
Dalek, Panos 2013
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Friday 06 March
By lhgraphics
I don't lie about what books I've read. What's the point? You'll only look stupid when someone asks you what you thought of this character or that incident in the story.
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Saturday 07 March
By Daniel
I don't lie about what I've read. I have started to read some of the "classics", but I can't identify with them and they bore me to tears. I read a lot of sci-fi, mysteries, etc., because I want to be entertained.
If I want education, I look up what I need to know.
A new favorite site of mine is actually http://books.google.com where I can preview or download full versions of books.
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Saturday 07 March
By KMCCLA
Sometimes you do not have to read, but be familiar with some of the works. Years ago during an IQ test, I was asked about certain books, one of which was War and Peace. I bluffed an answer saying that took place during the Napoleonic War, in Russia, and was about the rise and fall of a family. It was a total BS answer, but I got points for how I came up with an answer. I have tried to read some of the Classics, they simply do not interest me, but I do try and make sure I know some of the bullet points.
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Saturday 07 March
By Bags O Net
I know this may sound really stupid and it probably is, but I will sometimes lie when asked about my favorite book. The only thing is, I won't say it's a really advanced impressive book. I'll make it a more average-level book and make myself sound dumber because I don't want to be intimidating I guess. I don't know why I do this though.
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Sunday 08 March
By British poll
Folks this article was on Yahoo. Aol neglects to tell you this was apoll of Britons not Americans as AOL misleadingly wants you to believe.
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Sunday 08 March
By Sheila
No, I don't lie about books I've read. I have " Dreams of My Father" and "Audacity of Hope". I am one-quarter through Audacity of Hope and three-quarters through Dreams of My Father. I have another book too about Barak Obama that I have read. I have read the Bible several times. I have read several books. I may not remember everything from books I've read esp. if it has been a while since I've read it or discussed it. I haven't had as much time to read as I used to have, but I try to read some when I can. I do love books and my daughter and I have gone to Borders quite a bit to look at books and sometimes I buy one that catches my eye when I can. I don't have to lie about books I have read to prove that I am smart. If you are smart you are smart and if other people can't acknowledge that you are smart then they have the problem. I also don't believe in IQ tests. They do not really prove anything. There are too many factors involved. Besides it is not how intellectually smart a person is, it is how much insight, wisdom, common sense and kindness you have. Anyone who would say that a person with a 3.8 G.P.A. isn't smart is in denial or has a jealousy problem. G.P.A. sholuld be proof enough without an IQ test of how smart a person is and how hard they are willing to work to achieve that G.P.A. The drive is just as important if not more so than the G.P.A.
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Sunday 08 March
By BNM77
I'm always honest about books. As lhgraphics said, it's all too easy for someone to call you on your lie. If a prominent book comes up in a conversation and I haven't read it, I might fudge a little and say, "oh, I've been meaning to read that"...even if I have no intention of doing so. I don't want to seem totally out of the literary loop!
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