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Re: UI for 'possible' (was: Re: [lojban] Bible translation style question)



In a message dated 2/1/2002 12:42:06 PM Central Standard Time, xod@sixgirls.org writes:


> >> sei tcica mi klama
> >
> > I nice paradox -- could anyone actually say this?
>
> I don't see a problem with this at all.  I'd say it was something
> like a smiley, used to indicate sarcasm.  In other words, it's like
> saying "I'll be right there" in a tone of voice that makes it clear
> you intend to stay right where you are.




Who recalls the tv commercials from the 80s with the fellow giving a sales
pitch and the caption reading "He's lying"?

I do, but notice the *pitchman* doesn't say "I am lying"  And that makes all the difference.