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This tag is for questions related to definitions and nuances of meaning of a word or phrase.
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What is a "go-around" in this context?
A go-around is an excuse, usually to avoid something, or an argument
In this case however, I think what Chrisnfolsom meant was an excuse/opportunity to teach his daughter about the "fun and folly of …
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When 'willing' is added, does this intensify or weaken the meaning of “I bet”?
Neither in this case. The author is indicating he was so sure of himself that he would have bet, but that he had no opportunity to do so.
Therefore the presumed level of certainty is the same as "I …
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Is it safe to equate 'less evil' to 'more good'?
There is a difference, but in terms of usage and context, not in terms of meaning.
Whenever you compare two items or persons, it implies a somewhat close relationship between the two. …
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"At the cost of giving expression to the obvious..."
What is meant is that he is about to say something obvious, but which he feels should nevertheless be pointed out.
One does not express the obvious in polite company as this suggests the audience is …
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Is the term "hack" more positive or more negative?
Negative for all audiences except somewhat advanced computer.
Due to the fact that some of its definitions are diametrically opposed one to another and that each are used by different audience, you …
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How to analyze lightly varying senses of adjective *very*
The way I understand it, there is a significant difference between both senses:
In the first sense (exact), very indicates a specific instance of something as opposed to any other. An indefinite arti …
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