The English language is so rich in words and yet we use so few of them. I have looked at some studies, non conclusive as every one of us has a different vocabulary, but the percentage we use is very small. My Mum-in Law is starting to have problems with her memory and sometimes has difficulty finding the right words, fortunately it doesn't worry her too much and she will shrug and say something else. We all suffer from this to a greater or lesser extent, sometimes caused by confusion, lack of concentration (multi-tasking has its down side!) or just plain being at a loss for a word, but we can usually overcome it with a bit of quick thinking.
There is another occasion when the right words evade us. To broach a difficult or sensitive subject needs precise vocabulary, without it the consequences can be dire. So much better to take the easy road and not say anything at all and finding the right words may then become progressively more problematic.
Best not to leave it till we "can't" find the right words rather than "won't" don't you think?....................
Have I used the right words here I wonder, to get my thoughts across to you? I hope so.
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