PIN numbers

Do not call it a PIN number! PIN means Personal Identification Number, calling it a PIN number is saying Personal Identification Number number.

This is an example of RAS syndrome. (Redundant Acronym Syndrome syndrome). HIV virus is another example, human immunodeficiency virus virus.

Incidentally, it is really easy to look up someones PIN. This website shows you how.

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