THE PROPER USE OF WORDS

New Zealand Tablet, 28 November 1912, Page 61

THE PROPER USE OF WORDS

‘ Use words with delicate care,’ said Mr. E . ‘ Observe all their subtle distinctions. Never write “vision,” for instance, when “sight” is what you mean.’

There’s no difference between “sight” and “vision.” ’ interrupted his friend. ‘ No,’ said Mr. E . ‘ And yet, Billy, when you and I passed each other yesterday afternoon, the girl I was with was a vision, while the one with - you was a sight.’