(It’s number 279 on his website. I couldn’t find the date.)
It’s the LOVE of money that’s the root of all evil. (I Tim. 6:10) Harrumpf.
PS—My dad used to quote that verse, and add “and a man needs roots!”
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Rogers George has been a technical writer for more than 20 years. He has written on subjects as diverse as outhouse assembly, restaurant reviews, software, information security, and scientific equipment. He has his own writing consultancy and is always happy to discuss writing and grammar. Drop him a line at curmudgeon@writing-rag.com.
I know the complete quote but … ya gots ta go for the funny. And besides, he’s correct. “They” do say that!
You are absolutely correct, my friend, and I figured you both knew the full quote and were going for humor. But it was a chance to be a curmudgeon.