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I think it's been around a long time. Maybe you notice it in sports commentary not because it's coming into style, but because it has gone out of style? Anothe
by dkarl 3y ago
I think it's been around a long time. Maybe you notice it in sports commentary not because it's coming into style, but because it has gone out of style?
Another factor might be that it fits in with how the present tense used to narrate replays. "Jones fakes the post route, gets separation, and the pass goes right over his finger tips. He catches that ball, he's gone!"
- nerdponx 3y agoI think using the present tense in sports commentary helps increase the sense of action and immersion for viewers and listeners. It certainly does for me.
- soupfordummies 3y agoYeah maybe it has been around for a lot longer. I always wonder if whatever specific speech pattern is really increasing more or I'm just noticing it more and being aware of it. I think it's probably both-- it's definitely a lot easier to tell with newer slang, etc.