Words That Shouldn’t Be Posted on November 20, 2008 by Karen 1. Spearheading2. Drive, in any sense other than “operate a vehicle” or “move cattle” (Why yes, I am still writing things for Microsoft. How could you tell?)
Well, Microsoft mid-level executives share your enthusiasm. Although I think Rand would have used “motive power” to describe Dagny’s influence.
I like “drive” for all sorts of applications: “We’ll drive the enemy from their hiding places!” “Current economic conditions are driving stock prices to historic lows” “Dagny was the driving force behind Taggart Transcontinental”
Just imagine how my Word program feels. 😛
You’re right…motive power is a much better phrase.
Your scorn has driven me to shame…
😛
Well, Microsoft mid-level executives share your enthusiasm.
Although I think Rand would have used “motive power” to describe Dagny’s influence.
I like “drive” for all sorts of applications:
“We’ll drive the enemy from their hiding places!”
“Current economic conditions are driving stock prices to historic lows”
“Dagny was the driving force behind Taggart Transcontinental”