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All too PC for me, Grump. The language is the language and merely wishing it otherwise will not make it change.

ah, yes, but he's doing more than just wishing, he's talking about it... I would think anyone with an interest in words would truly understand that language is powerful, and to ignore those phrases which don't fit our hopes for the future must be discussed, and over time, changed.

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I can't imagine that throwing stones at them was an very effective method.

I would think we're talking about using a sling, rather than throwing. my understanding of the sling indicates that it is a very effective tool.



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