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by spiffistan 1626 days ago
Not when what you write (compromises) literally mean something radically different. That’s not syntax.
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You still understand the context right. What's the point of cherry-picking then?
I don't think you understand what cherry-picking means. Also syntax, grammar and pronunciation are important. Understanding the context is not enough.
I am guessing 'blocked_again' is from India, which means English is not their native language. Having to translate ones thoughts to a foreign language itself is hard, so I am with 'blocked_again' on this.
I am from India too. People can learn.
Why though? In India, we somehow have this obsession about English. Some Indians think speaking English make them a better person than a regular Indian. Indian speaking in a western accent is considered by some as superior than an Indian accent one. Indians make fun of each other for their accents, their lack of English knowledge etc. Why it has to be that way? Its just a language, that too a foreign one.
Reluctance in gaining even a basic level of mastery in language skills goes to show you don't respect / value other people's time. You want your readers to put in the extra effort required to make sense out of your half-baked messages.

Asking people to use coherent English on an English language forum is a reasonable expectation. I wasn't making a value judgement on the thread OP. I hope this is clear (this is why reading comprehension is important too).

My mother is Pakistani if that makes people feel better.
The word you are looking for is nit-picking.