Which is correct? I once had a teacher that said when she traveled east to west people say it differently on location. but I can't remember which is right?
2007-06-11 12:35:14 · 6 answers · asked by Jaroo 4 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
On purpose, by accident. This is one of my pet peeves, when people say on accident. It drives me crazy!
2007-06-11 12:43:17 · answer #1 · answered by zlreitz 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
By accident is widely used..i've spoken to people from east to west..
2007-06-11 19:40:21 · answer #2 · answered by neophyte 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would say BY accident. I come from Wisconsin and now live in Kentucky. I always thought "On" accident was incorrect - but "ON" purpose is right.
At least, that's how I always said it and heard it said. I seldom hear it the other way.
2007-06-11 19:40:47 · answer #3 · answered by Annezie 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have heard both, but I personally use by accident, or accidentally. As far as I know, both are correct, at least in casual conversation.
2007-06-11 19:44:28 · answer #4 · answered by SPYDERBLADE 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
By accident, or it was an accident. It wasn't me and I'll never do it again.
2007-06-11 19:58:57 · answer #5 · answered by jsardi56 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i frequently hear by accident and that's what I usually say.
2007-06-11 20:03:54 · answer #6 · answered by jeny g 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋