The Economist doesn’t like all Americanisms

Americans are allowed to use “Americanisms,” which I define as standard American usage. But it’s always good to ask whether there might be a better way to express a thought than the way we’re used to. If you agree, then have a look at The Economist’s take on many Americanisms. (Hat tip to Johnson.)

Comments

[RNM]

One they forgot to mention is the rather ugly, and sometimes confusing, "sign off on" to mean "approve" or "agree to." And if it's supposed to mean to "sign" something, just say so.

[Ray]

Oh yeah! Not only wordy, but two prepositions in a row contradicting each other. I can hear the ghost of George Carlin: “Is it on or is it off? Make up your f***ing mind.”