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Anonymous Posted 14 years ago
Grammar

Abbreviations: Honorifics

Is it alright to leave the honorific abbreviated in the following line of dialogue? I have a feeling that it is, but for some reason, I'm doubting mysefl!
"I hold a doctorate in French, and so that's Dr. Morris to you, buddy."
Thank you.
  

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It is OK, but it is not as stylistically effective as the full form.

— Mister Micawber

  • It is OK, but it is not as stylistically effective as the full form.
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It is OK, but it is not as stylistically effective as the full form.
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Thank you for your insight, Mr. M.
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