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.
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