Let me have a go at this!
“73s”
“The personal would be”
"You’re pushing "
"You’re giving me "
“We’re” (When there’s only one of you)
“You’re report is 5 and 0”
Yes, technically it should be 73, because it derives from --… …-- and not --… …-- … but who cares? It conveys meaning that we all understand. Language is defined by usage, even though the evolution phase can be irritating.
Same for the next three CB-style communications. They are irritating. But so are people that make a point of complaining about them
“We’re” - now this IS irritating. Us radio amateurs can sound pompous enough over the air without pretending to be royalty. I guess HRH Prince Philip could be excused this one - if indeed he is a licensed amateur.
5 and 0. Now the excuse of evolved use of language cannot be invoked here. It is just wrong. Signal strengths are defined from 1 to 9. 1 is the lowest possible. If it is 0, you can’t hear it, so why would you be in contact sufficient to pass a report? Signal 0 does not mean the needle not moving. If the needle is not moving, but you can hear it, it is at least S1.
One good point about people saying “5 and 0” on the air is overhearing the subsequent lecture Jimmy gives them about correct signal reporting - priceless!
Tom M1EYP