As writers we have to be careful about our word selection, the order in which they appear… and any punctuation that might be vital to the understanding of sentences. Here are genuine examples - put together by a local newspaper - of why:
Lost: Small apricot poodle. Reward. Neutered. Like one of the family.
A superb and inexpensive restaurant. Fine food served by waitresses in appetizing forms.
Dinner Special – Turkey $5, Chicken or Beef $5, Children $4.
For Sale: An antique desk suitable for lady with thick legs and large drawers.
Four-poster bed, 101 years old. Perfect for antique lover.
Now is the chance to have your ears pierced and get an extra pair to take home too.
Wanted: Unmarried girls to pick fresh fruit and produce at night.
For Sale. Eight puppies from a German Shepherd and an Alaskan Hussy.
Great Dames for sale.
Mt Kilimanjaro, the breathtaking backdrop for Serena Lodge. Swim in the lovely pool while you drink it all in!
What more can I say?
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For Sale: An antique desk suitable for lady with thick legs and large drawers.
That one made me spray tea out of my nose.
I'll have to put up 'snort' warning next time...
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