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Brandon J. Ortiz

Brandon J. Ortiz

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Mar 17, 2020

Symptomatic Synecdoche: Should You Call It “Coronavirus” or “COVID-19?”

When to use Coronavirus vs. COVID-19 explained from a linguistic perspective. Tips for marketing communications in a global health crisis.

Diagram describing how to refer to the coronavirus and whether to use “coronavirus” or “COVID-19.”

Brandon J. Ortiz

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May 12, 2019

Is the Smiling Emoji Happy or Sad?

Nota Non Grata #1: Ungrated Notes on Language and Life

Is the Smiling Emoji Happy or Sad?

Brandon J. Ortiz

Brandon J. Ortiz

Implier, insinuator, and all-around everything bagel. Linguistics lurker. Gamer with a y. Marketing technology by day. Cheap wine hunter by night.

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