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12/18: “Whatever” Loses Ground but Retains Annoying Word Title

For the ninth consecutive year, Americans say “whatever” is the most annoying word or phrase used in casual conversation.

12/21: “Whatever” Most Annoying Word or Phrase

It’s the most annoying (word) time of the year!  Once again, “whatever” claims the title of most annoying word or phrase used in casual conversation. “Whatever” irritates 38% of Americans followed by “no offense, but” with 20%.  “You know, right” is irksome to 14% of residents nationally as is “I can’t even,” 14%.  “Huge” grates […]

12/21: “Whatever” Most Annoying Word for Seventh Year

Whatever!  For the seventh consecutive year, “whatever” tops the list as the word or phrase Americans, 43%, consider to be the most annoying.  “No offense, but” is a distant second with 22% followed closely by “like” with 20%.  Seven percent are irked by “no worries” while 3% consider “huge” to be most irritating. Complete December […]

12/19: “Whatever,” AGAIN!

For the sixth consecutive year, “whatever” tops the list as the most annoying word or phrase used in casual conversation.  Americans’ irritability about the term crosses most demographic groups.  However, in the Northeast, “like” and “whatever” are almost equally irksome.  Americans younger than 30 are the least likely to be perturbed by hearing “whatever.” Which […]

12/19: Whatever! Still Oh SO Annoying

For the fifth straight year, Americans consider “whatever” to be the most annoying word or phrase in conversation today.  38% find “whatever” to be the most irritating while 22% report “like” gets on their nerves the most.  “You know” irks 18% of Americans while 14% want to see “just sayin’” stricken from casual conversation.  Six […]

12/27: “Whatever” Still Viewed as Most Annoying Word or Phrase, Just Sayin’

For the fourth consecutive year, Americans consider “whatever” to be the most annoying word or phrase in conversation.  More than three in ten — 32% — have this view while “like” irritates 21% of residents nationally.  17% are most irked by “you know” while 10% would prefer to ban “just sayin’” from today’s lexicon.  “Twitterverse” […]

12/16: Whatever, Still Most Annoying Word, You Know. Like, Seriously? Just Sayin’

It’s that time of the year, again!  It’s time for The Marist Poll to reveal the word or phrase considered to be the most annoying in casual conversation.  And, for the third consecutive year, “whatever” receives the dubious honor.  Nearly four in ten adults nationally — 38% — say “whatever” grates on their nerves the […]

12/14: “Whatever” Retains Title of “Most Annoying Word or Phrase”

It’s “like” “whatever!” According to The Marist Poll, “whatever” remains the most annoying word or phrase in conversation today.  39% of Americans despise the often tossed about term.  The uber-filler “like” is deemed the most irritating by 28%.  “You know what I mean” is considered the biggest verbal gaffe by 15% of the population.  “To […]

10/7: “Whatever…” Takes Top Honors as Most Annoying

If you’re like, “whatever,” and someone gives you a mean look, just remember it is what it is – certain sayings rub people the wrong way, you know?  Anyway, at the end of the day, who cares? If the above paragraph thoroughly irritated you, you’re probably not alone.  The question is, which word or phrase […]

Marist Poll Results & Analysis: Annoying Word or Phrase

Actually, It’s Like Whatever, Again