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I was amused by a survey by Trinity College London on 'British politisms'; those phrases we use to "soften requests, avoid conflict, and navigate social interactions". I don't know whether these will translate to US, but it might be fun to do an apple poll!
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Years ago while on a layover in Merry Ole, I had the TV on in my room to catch the news. A report came up about the meeting of fans in the streets after a football match, here in the US it would have been called a riot!! The announcer termed it "a frank exchange of views" I've made use of that term many times over the years.

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Last vote in apple poll was on April 11, 2025

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It's handy to cross your fingers whilst being "polite" . . .and your mind is saying "I just don't believe it" (insert expletive of choice if necessary).

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