True. English has a way of making rude remarks sound polite 😂.

… so much fun. Even subtle differences in wording can make a big difference in meaning. When we say, “You’re the shit,” it’s a good thing, but if we remove the “the” in the middle, it can be pretty hurtful. And, in some cases, variations like these can get quite messy — maybe even stinky.
Fun Stories of Mincing Words and Miscommunications
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True. English has a way of making rude remarks sound polite 😂.
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