What about bad grammar and using text message abbreviations?
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You say applications.  This, to me, means something that someone filled out, in pen, at the time, most likely.  In this case, I would be somewhat forgiving of both spelling and grammatical errors.  Do not get me wrong, it would drive *me* crazy, but one must look at this realistically.\n\nFirst of all, writing by hand is an art that is dying...I am a very good writer, but will make errors while writing by hand, simply because I don't do it an awful lot any more.  Do I line it out on my application or do I leave it alone and hope that the person reading doesn't realize it?\n\nSecondly, let us assume this person knows that they are a bad speller and a poor writer.  They aren't very well going to ask the H.R. person how to spell a word or how they would phrase something.  We could hope that this applicant would use resources available to him or her when writing something for 'business' reasons if they had to when they got into the company.\n\nHowever, while I would be forgiving of spelling and grammar--to a degree--I would not accept text message abbreviations.  These are unprofessional in any job setting.\n\nNow, if you are talking resumes, only the most MINOR grammatical errors and truly obscure spelling errors should be forgiven.  The reason being is this:  Let us assume that the person is brilliant, but a horrible writer.  We'll give them the benefit of the doubt here.  They should know this, and should put forth the effort to find someone who can spell check and grammar check for them.  This, in fact, speaks well of their ability to interact well with others (teamwork), their ability to problems solve, and knowing what resources they have at hand that can allow them to do a better job.  At very least they should spend the effort to try and find correct spellings and grammar in a book somewhere...to not put forth that effort indicates, to me, someone I don't want to hire.
129396
Huh?\nHey, buddy - first and foremost, use the "Check Spelling" feature.\nNext, use proper grammar.\nAnd most importantly, post your messages in the appropriate category.\nThanks!\nP.S. - I don't know exactly what it was you were asking, but most "rap" is a letter short of "cr*p".
570790
If the person is not familiar with writing in English, then of course that person can be excused for making grammatical errors.\n\nBut normally, it is obvious based on the question that the person is American and lives at least a middle class lifestyle, yet makes little effort to compose a decent sentence.  Those persons should make the effort to show others how to write.  Are we not proud of our usage of language which is a reflection of our society?\n\nI commend persons like yourself who do not have a college education, but nevertheless write beautiful sentences.  It shows that you care.
480706
Its gibberish. Its used in graphic design or typesitting. Its "dummy" text. \n\nSee http://www.lipsum.com/
416034
something is wrong with the sentence structure.
154411
Don't you know?\nDid you get the grammar wrong (if so congrats)\nIs this code for something?
124099
I'm guessing you are talking about Messenger/chat jargon.  \n\nThat IS probably more annoying than using the cell phone, which was my first guess.
437373
Absolutely. I may only be 16, but I detest incorrect grammar. Why must anyone have an excuse for it? How can anyone misuse a little mark (the apostrophe)? Are they so stupid as to be outsmarted by the apostrophe and the simple rules that come with its use? I must admit that correct grammar is not taught properly (in my school, at least) at GCSE level. The only time I have come across a grammar lesson was for coursework requiring it! It isn't just you; I have noticed the decline in the use of the apostrophe, the semicolon, the colon and even the full stop! It's time we put an end to this and stand up against poor punctuation, grim grammar and substandard spelling. One area of debate, however, is that of the serial comma. . . I don't use it. . .
511554
YOU COULD USE CAPITALS AND USE MANY EXCLAMATION MARKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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My view is that the internet is opening more avenues of communication to teenagers and people with poor education, and both groups (with some exceptions) tend to spell poorly. \n\nIt's not that anyone's grammar is getting worse, but rather that we're being exposed more and more to the already existing bad grammar.
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It means that the English language is suffering BADLY, due to people's being in the habit of text messaging!\n\nNo, seriously--with punctuation (and some implied words), the meaning is clear:\n\nHey, how have you been?  I haven't talked to you in a long time!  I  haven't been on-line in a while. Would you like to talk? Then let's talk!
547134
Sweetheart, different sources use different abreviations. Can you type out specifically what they are? Then I might be able to help you.
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Unfortunately, young people spend that much time “texting” (horrible word!) that this is becoming the only language they can understand or communicate in, even in forums such as this or their school work, essays, etc.  I can understand the shortening of words or phrases for mobile ‘phone use (for speed / cost purposes), but for general written use it is just lazy! Don’t these people also realise that this type of language when written looks extremely childish? Do they also not realise that writing words the way they do when "texting" will not exactly endear them to any potential employers?
180166
Could it be possible you got an "F" for your abominable grammar?
529429
CAN YOU NOT WRITE IN PROPER ENGLISH????!!!!
560467
I know what you're saying!  Abreviations are fine like lol.  But when people don't put punctuations in between their sentences, that "really grinds my gears!" ~Peter Griffin
642734
You officially win the prize for worst spelling and grammar!!\n\nYou gotta make a question that people can read if you want advice man.