• Flic@mstdn.social
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    2 days ago

    @chramies @Itdidnttrickledown I remember a German friend of mine (well before the referendum was even a thing) being highly amused when she heard me say “on the continent”. I’d never even thought about it. I suppose “on the mainland” makes more sense. Language can really affect your worldview!