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Sentences with PRESCRIPTIVISM

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"Some people adhere to prescriptivism as a way to maintain language standards."
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"Linguistic prescriptivism emphasizes following grammar rules strictly."
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"Many style guides promote prescriptivism by providing guidelines for proper language usage."
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"Critics argue that prescriptivism can hinder linguistic evolution and creativity."
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"Some linguists reject prescriptivism and argue for a more descriptive approach to language."
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"Linguists often debate the merits of prescriptivism versus descriptivism."
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"The English teacher's prescriptivism led to strict grading on grammar usage."
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"His prescriptivism caused him to correct every minor error he encountered."
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"The prescriptivism of this style guide restricts the use of certain words or phrases."
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"The prescriptivism of the author's writing style made it difficult for some readers to understand."
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