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...Needless to say, the stewardess kept apologising,
but like holiday reps, waitresses in quasi-posh
restaurants and letters from utility companies, there
was much misuse of the reflexive pronoun. 

"If yourself could remain seated for just a few more
minutes yourself will be much more comfortable. If you
need any further assistance dont hesitate to contact
myself."

This incorrect use of "yourself" is even more annoying
than the spread of Thames estuary English. As far
north as the Wash people are now saying they "fink"
Pete Townshend is innocent...

The whole thing online at:
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/article/0,,588-546214,00.html
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