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The definition of "revert" has evolved, and even dictionaries are starting to acknowledge its alternative meaning as "reply". See: https://www.nytimes.com/2010/06/06/magazine/06FOB-onlanguage...

I personally love "ping me". It's even shorter and more punchy, compared to "message me".

Language evolves. Shakespeare would find our English today bewildering. Instead of complaining about it, I find it most helpful to keep up with the latest lingo, and focus instead on conveying my message most clearly.



Not sure why you've been downvoted. You're 100% correct. Language evolves. And old duffers like me, don't.




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