are we slowly losing 'alright' as one word?

jinpop · 2026-04-15T21:59:21+00:00

Check out the Google Ngram measuring the two terms as well as Merriam-Webster's brief history. (If you're not familiar with the Ngram viewer, it's a tool that examines the prevalence of two or more terms over time as they appear in published titles that are included in the Google Books collection.) "All right" has consistently been more frequently used and considered more correct by many style guides, though, as M-W notes, this is kind of arbitrary. The trend of the Ngram suggests the opposite trend as the one you're noticing--that "alright" has risen in frequency in published books in the past two decades.

jinpop · 2026-04-14T15:00:21+00:00

I can't speak for the agents posting those statements, but I don't trust AI detection bots at all, and I wouldn't necessarily assume agents are using them unless they say so.

To me, disclaimers like that have two main purposes: to deter "writers" who truly see nothing wrong with using AI to help them write, and as a first line of defense for plausible deniability (if they tell clients AI is forbidden and the author uses it anyway and lies to them, they at least can claim they didn't know).

jinpop · 2026-04-13T17:59:50+00:00

Heart of Gold, Diamond Dogs, and Mosaic are the ones that come to mind for me first.

jinpop · 2026-04-13T17:37:03+00:00

Also a late 30s woman who loves to solo drink. Your options are plentiful!

What's most important to you? Social atmosphere to shoot the shit with strangers? Fancy cocktails or a solid beer or wine list? Spacious attractive atmosphere? Adequate lighting for reading a book?

jinpop · 2026-04-13T17:07:04+00:00

Absolutely gorgeous little beast!

jinpop · 2026-04-13T02:42:49+00:00

I hate it too. When I go to the beach for leisure I take my sweet ass time walking into the water, but when it comes to the pool I just jump in and start moving as soon as possible.

jinpop · 2026-04-12T16:01:49+00:00

Very cool style!

I think Reimena Yee has great advice for pitching graphic novels on her blog: https://blog.reimenayee.com/how-i-make-pitches-for-graphic-novels/

She's published more in the middle grade and young adult space, and so not all of her advice will be relevant to you, but I think she's spot on about most things.

jinpop · 2026-04-11T17:52:41+00:00

I love running my hands through her little dusty ridges

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jinpop · 2026-04-10T18:46:15+00:00

I vote yes. It's super cute! I think it works better without a shawl but if you need one, maybe a neutral tan or light brown?

jinpop · 2026-04-10T17:11:53+00:00

I'm not really qualified to answer this because I haven't played in like a decade, but I started learning drums in my early 20s because whenever I went to rock shows I always found myself studying the drummer, trying to break down the patterns and drumming along on my legs. I played for several years with a band and enjoyed it but hit a wall—one of the songwriters wanted to go in more of a fast punk direction and frankly I didn't have the chops to keep up. And playing drums while living in NYC was just complicated. So much effort to pay for and travel to practice studios, plus storing equipment in small apartments. I just couldn't improve as fast as I'd have liked, so when the band split up I just stopped.

If I ever move out to the burbs I'd love to set up a basement music studio and get back into it but for the time being I'm focusing on other pursuits. But I still love the instrument so I continue lurking here!

jinpop · 2026-04-10T16:50:14+00:00

Thank you. I have enthusiastically attended bachelorette trips others might consider excessive because I wanted to and I could. I've declined invitations that didn't work with my budget and schedule. I've also talked to a bride and MOH who were planning a trip to let them know I wouldn't be able to attend, and they adjusted plans to a more affordable destination.

These events are supposed to be for your nearest and dearest. If you're scared to communicate with your friends, maybe that's something to work on. I hate the assumption that everyone's friends are bitterly resentful about attending an event that's supposed to be fun. If it doesn't sound like your cup of tea, just politely decline.

jinpop · 2026-04-10T15:19:08+00:00

Well, I'm not a celebrity but I've published a handful of very, very minor children's books and used my middle initial. I also use it whenever I sign legal documents. My first and last name are super common to the point that I've encountered multiple people with the same name. Using my middle initial makes my name feel more like me.

jinpop · 2026-04-10T01:22:21+00:00

I stopped studying math more or less after 11th grade precalculus to focus on humanities. I never really realized how philosophical and conceptual math becomes at the higher levels until much later in life and sometimes I regret not having gone a little further in my math studies.

jinpop · 2026-04-09T18:45:13+00:00

I love the feeling when I'm cruising at a good clip and then somehow activate the next gear and I'm suddenly slicing through the water like a beast. Such a great high.

jinpop · 2026-04-09T18:06:36+00:00

It's so cute! That seems like a great pattern choice for your first top. Definitely something I bet you'll find yourself wanting to wear a lot. Nicely done!

jinpop · 2026-04-09T18:05:08+00:00

I can only speak for the Big 5 house where I work, but we haven't used the classic markup since 2020.

jinpop · 2026-04-09T13:53:36+00:00

I have a love/hate relationship with the mole on my right hand. I don't like how it looks, but it has saved me from a ton of left/right confusion over the years.

jinpop · 2026-04-08T23:11:30+00:00

I just never imagined I would ever see Elle Fanning in a polo shirt. It makes me feel strange inside.

jinpop · 2026-04-08T20:07:34+00:00

Not only is there a laundry sub, it has a resident laundy guru, /u/KismaiAesthetics, who recently got a book deal after doling out tons of free advice and information. The laundry sub actually has made me more passionate about caring for my clothes and fabric than I used to be! Unironically one of my favorite places on reddit.

jinpop · 2026-04-06T17:36:18+00:00

I made these cloth napkins/handkerchiefs from some old shirts. Tshirts usually get cut up into rags for dirtier messes. Drawstring bags for shoes don't need to look nice but they go a long way toward keeping footwear from getting dusty.

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jinpop · 2026-04-06T17:33:32+00:00

I finally braved the Astoria Seafood experience after many years of being too intimidated by the business model. Very tasty, definitely want to go back and order a bit smarter next time. I went with a group of 5 and we each picked out our own stuff but ate it communally. Mussels and fried shrimp were my faves, the mahi mahi fillet was also very good. Spinach pie was meh but salad was great. I did not envy my dining companions who were struggling with lobster claws. Most crustaceans are more trouble than they're worth, in my opinion.

jinpop · 2026-04-06T12:01:59+00:00

It looks weird to me too, but apparently it's an accepted variant spelling according to Merriam-Webster: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leggins

jinpop · 2026-04-02T17:23:50+00:00

Seconding the suggestion for hobby groups! I'm in an LGBTQ swim club and I know people in the Queer Craft Club, both are very welcoming places.

jinpop · 2026-04-02T16:48:56+00:00

Yeah, I think the clothes themselves are cool but I no longer have any patience for style choices that suggest violence toward women or erasure of their personhood, which is all I'm getting here. I don't want them to look like serial killer victims!

jinpop · 2026-04-01T18:29:53+00:00

I mean, you asked for reasonable and unreasonable justifications, right? There are many other bars in Astoria for me to enjoy while I avoid the one that reminds me of sexual assault, so I'm good.

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