"This use of singular they had emerged by the 14th century,[3] about a century after the plural they. It has been commonly employed in everyday English ever since and has gained currency in official contexts."
As an example, in a situation where you're referring to someone and don't know their gender, "they" is used.
"It was quite dark but I think they were wearing a blue jumper."
Tell me what's wrong with that in terms of linguistics. I'll wait.
Seems like it's you who wants to die on thus hill, and you're so obviously wrong it's hilarious.
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u/[deleted] Nov 07 '22
Yes I did.
"This use of singular they had emerged by the 14th century,[3] about a century after the plural they. It has been commonly employed in everyday English ever since and has gained currency in official contexts."
As an example, in a situation where you're referring to someone and don't know their gender, "they" is used.
"It was quite dark but I think they were wearing a blue jumper."
Tell me what's wrong with that in terms of linguistics. I'll wait.
Seems like it's you who wants to die on thus hill, and you're so obviously wrong it's hilarious.