Judy Stein on the Word "Speak" |
"It is 'technically inappropriate' to use the word 'speak' to mean either 'to make a statement in writing,' or 'to act as a spokesperson.'"* |
* For a second opinion, see: The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language: "Speak: v. 4a) to make a statement in writing; 4b) to act as a spokesperson" |