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This blog results from a combination of my passion for writing and my random thought processes. From life experiences to pet peeves to witty quips to serious thoughts to absolutely randomness, this blog covers a wide array of topics. Some blog posts may cause you to think while others may cause you to laugh. My only hope is that you will be entertained. Feel free to leave me feedback or comments.

Tuesday, June 30, 2009

superflously redundant

I hate when people use redundancies in general, but for some reason, it really stands out to be when people are redundant with acronyms. I heard someone using one of these today, which is why I thought of how much I don't like hearing it. Here are a few I can think of. Let me know if I missed any obvious ones: ATM machine (Automated Teller Machine machine) ABS system (Anti-lock Brake System system) ACT test (American College Test test) SAT test (Scholastic Assessment Test test) HIV virus (Human Immunodeficiency Virus virus) PC computer (Personal Computer computer) VIN number (Vehicle Identification Number number) Not the end of the world, but it sounds a little ignorant when people use them. Such is life.

2 comments:

Cassidy :) said...

How about PIN number? Personal Identification Number number? And I don't own any pins. Please comment.

jesselcook said...

HTML, WWW, FTP, and a host of other techie ones exist.