Is ‘Text’ The New English?

We’re all guilty of it. From the ‘LOLs’ to the ‘OMGs’ we’re constantly using abbreviations in our texts, tweets and Facebook posts. However, there’s a new wave coming: today’s youth (and even some older generations) are using abbreviated language in everyday conversations. It’s true, when they’re talking to our BFF’s they may slip out a casual ‘FYI” in between sentences. Did you know: a recent study in 6th, 7th and 8th graders confirmed that as texting has increased, grammar assessment scores have decreased. OMFG!

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