Stan CareyDec 7, 2022
It's been months since I wrote something for Strong Language (the sweary blog about swearing). Finally researching a new post, on the phrase "swear like a trooper" – or a sailor, trucker, etc. There are so many variants, and more in other languages. But it's a fun one to dig into.
#swearing #idioms #language #linguistics #research #amwriting
Show threadStan CareyDec 7, 2022
If you speak a #language other than English, and it has an expression equivalent to "swear like a ____", referring to a specific occupation like sailor, cart driver, etc., let me know! I've gathered a few examples, but the more data I get, the better. #linguistics #languages #swearing #profanity #research
Show threadNancy Friedman
@stancarey I assume you’ve seen this? https://www.grammarphobia.com/blog/2022/01/swear-like-a-sailor.html
The Grammarphobia Blog: Swear like a sailor

The X-rated history of the expression “swears (or curses) like a sailor (or trooper, soldier, marine).”

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Dec 7, 2022 at 10:29pmWeb
Show threadstoicmikeDec 8, 2022
@Fritinancy @stancarey when I was showing off as a little kid my grandmother (from Whitechapel) used to say, "Want me to stick a feather in your ass?"
Show threadStan CareyDec 8, 2022
@Fritinancy I have, thank you. I quote it in the draft