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What they say/What they mean, Op. 3Published: July 21, 2008 at 4:26 PM (MST)
Sensible Talk reader David Hume sent in this insightful example, one that I heard plenty of times during my stints with U.S. newspapers. Thank you, David.
What they say: You are not being a "team player." What they mean: You are not willing to cover for my screw-ups. Feel free to send additional suggestions my way. (E-mail link at the top of my profile page.) Robert Niles also can be found at http://www.themeparkinsider.com This journal entry has been archived and is no longer accepting comments. |
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