Originally Posted by Teckelspass (Post 11974390)

When we previously lived in TX, I recall some people calling every type of soda "Coke," whether or not referring to Coca Cola. As in, when asked, "Do you want a Coke" it is perfectly acceptable to say, "Yes, I'd like a Sprite please." Completely confused me. Don't know if that usage is still common or even used across TX/South or regional?

Originally Posted by Jerseygirl (Post 11974392)

When ordering Coke or Pepsi in NJ it was usually referred to as soda.

Originally Posted by Teckelspass (Post 11974390)

When we previously lived in TX, I recall some people calling every type of soda "Coke," whether or not referring to Coca Cola. As in, when asked, "Do you want a Coke" it is perfectly acceptable to say, "Yes, I'd like a Sprite please." Completely confused me. Don't know if that usage is still common or even used across TX/South or regional?

Originally Posted by Teckelspass (Post 11974399)

As it is here in California. I got a sense that the usage I was referring to was a TX or maybe Southern thing, but maybe others can confirm. Have never heard it here.

Originally Posted by mrken30 (Post 11978555)

I find it hard to stop picking my nose when sitting at traffic lights for more than 3 minutes.

Originally Posted by BubbleChog (Post 11974520)

This is quite common here in ATL, but then we're home of Coca-Cola so that might have a bearing