Saying it in exactitude

English for Today by Ganiu Abisoye Bamgbose (Dr GAB)

Saying it in exactitude

When he was asked to explain, he was ~looking for what to say~ (nonstandard).
When he was asked to explain, he was at a loss for words (standard). You can also say “He was lost for words “.

He’s been ready ~since~ (nonstandard).
He’s been ready all along (standard).

The company increased wages ~across board~ (nonstandard).
The company increased wages across the board (standard).
GAB