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OP I posted, in the Miscellany section, about the use of complimentary and complementary. My thoughts then turned to another 'misuse' about which I wanted opinions: regime versus regimen.
I have always used regimen when referring to a course of therapy, or a diet or otherwise, whilst regime seemed to me to be reserved for rule or government. Admittedly, the two share the same Latin root, but I appreciate the fine distinction in use. Except that it seems as if nobody else does any more. Everywhere I look these days, a diet, a course of exercise, or therapy, seems to be referred to as a regime. Am I behind the times? How many here would like to see the distinction maintained?
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Entire Thread Subject Posted By Posted Single-handed YARTing? shanks 10/11/00 10:22 AM Re: Single-handed YARTing? Jackie 10/11/00 11:55 AM Re: Single-handed YARTing? RhubarbCommando 10/11/00 12:06 PM Re: Single-handed YARTing? shanks 10/11/00 01:12 PM Re: Single-handed YARTing? RhubarbCommando 10/11/00 01:51 PM Re: Single-handed YARTing? belMarduk 10/11/00 07:35 PM Re: Single-handed YARTing? Max Quordlepleen 10/11/00 07:39 PM
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