_Why do we italicize everything? Is it because we're afraid of clarity? Or is it because we secretly want to make our text look like a 90s font?_
Some argue that italics are a form of digital seduction, a way to make bland text stand out in a sea of blandness.
_Or is it because italics are just a way to add a dash of whimsy to an otherwise dull text?_
Whatever the reason, italics have become a staple of digital communication, a way to convey emphasis without being too on-the-nose.
Find out why italics are the secret ingredient in internet humor