Having railed against people who use “myself” instead of “me”, Rod Liddle asks for other words that reveal the witlessness of the user (Comment, last week). I would nominate “reach out”, as in: “I am reaching out to you today to discuss …” What is wrong with “contacting”?
“Reach out” should only be used in the context of an overwrought Motown classic.
Wendy V Roberts, Bromley, London
Momentary lapse
I would like an end to the annoyingly common phrase “at this moment in time”. Preferably now.
Adrian Brodkin, London N2
Platitude du jour
I suggest banning the menu terms “pan-fried” and “oven-roasted”. Pans and ovens are the normal ways to fry and roast food. If restaurants keep this up, we will have soon