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Why is it all over sudden bad when someone says, "return back"?
Unless it is used for reinforcement or emphasis, tautology breeds ridicule and contempt, diminishing credibility. It sullies the credentials of anyone attempting to appear learned. However, to those who don't recognize the redundancy, it doesn't make a damn bit of difference.
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Carpal Tunnel
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Carpal Tunnel
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The operative words being "appear learned?" :) ;)
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Carpal Tunnel
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Just go lay down for a while, until you've reorientated yourself. ...And the penny drops. No wonder I've thought you didn't like me.
how come you didn't say to revert back stolen property to the original owner, or to revert stolen property back to the original owner ?
My guess, Jackie, is that he has found the muzzle-loading tautologer awkward and obtrusive. How come do you ask? I was playing devil's advocate, Mr. Neat.  Trying to encourage discussion, is all. Well, that plus the fact that I grit my teeth when I hear the phrase 'return back'.
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