Timing Not Advancing

[DerekTheGreat]

I use literally to mean literally, not to mean figuratively which seems to be what people usually mean when they use that word. Yes, its grossly misused and I hate it.

It was still a misuse of the word, didn't add anything valuable to the sentence. Any sentence is to be taken exactly as it is written. However, if someone tries to redirect or questions what you've said, then that's when the word "literally" can be used to support/defend what you've said. Example:

"
Gadget: [Hell], at least half of them were done not even in the boat, we used to assemble and test run them in the shop before they ever went in. Complete piece of cake when you can walk around the engine to access things.

Rando: Really?

Gadget: Yes, literally.
"

Alternatively, as the word doesn't add any value to any sentence unless used correctly, a person could omit the word entirely. That or they can often substitute it with "actually." Example:

"
Gadget: [Hell], at least half of them were done not even in the boat, we used to assemble and test run them in the shop before they ever went in. Complete piece of cake when you can actually walk around the engine to access things.
"

That damn "L" word is everywhere, like a cancer in the language and our society. Been misused since the 80's, but it's out of control today. Misused even by those who should know or have been taught better, like reporters or TV hosts. Coming right up behind it is, "Y'all." Once a southern thing, now everyone feels entitled to use some crappy slang because they can't be bothered to type "everyone" or say it.