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What is Language as a Self-Regulating System about?
The essay discusses the dynamic nature of language as a self-regulating system that evolves without central authority, highlighting the ongoing debate between prescriptivists and descriptivists. It argues that while language changes can be disruptive, they ultimately lead to a more efficient and expressive system, as seen in historical shifts like the Great Vowel Shift. The author emphasizes that despite individual changes, languages remain robust and adaptable, continuously filling gaps in meaning and expr
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- pickleperson09
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