death-by-internet-hyperbole-literally-dying-over-this-column.html

12/21/2015

This article discusses the increasing prevalence of internet hyperbole and its impact on language and communication. The author highlights how the term 'literally' is being misused and exaggerated in online discourse, often for the purpose of amplifying emotions or emphasizing a point. The article explores the origins of this trend and its implications, while also examining the broader issue of how language evolves and adapts to new mediums. It raises questions about the credibility and effectiveness of communication in the digital age, and urges readers to critically evaluate and challenge the hyperbolic language they encounter online.

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