This usage was discussed in the language segment (http://wnyc.org/shows/lopate/episodes/02152006) of WNYC's Leonard Lopate show today, w/word maven Patricia T. O'Conner (yes, that's how it's spelled). It's the 1st segment listed when you scroll down.
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Date: 2006-02-16 05:50 am (UTC)This usage was discussed in the language segment (http://wnyc.org/shows/lopate/episodes/02152006) of WNYC's Leonard Lopate show today, w/word maven Patricia T. O'Conner (yes, that's how it's spelled). It's the 1st segment listed when you scroll down.