Don't you hate negative questions?

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This discussion centers around the frustration with negative questions and their confusing nature. Participants express their dislike for such questions, highlighting the ambiguity they create in communication. The conversation touches on the paradox of negative phrasing, with references to common phrases like "Nobody doesn't like" and the emotional responses they evoke. Ultimately, the consensus is a strong preference for straightforward, positive inquiries.

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  • Understanding of linguistic constructs, particularly negative phrasing
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Language enthusiasts, communication professionals, educators, and anyone interested in improving conversational clarity and understanding the nuances of negative questioning.

Do ya punk?

  • Yes, I don't.

    Votes: 4 23.5%

  • No, I do.

    Votes: 13 76.5%
  • Total voters
    17
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Ummm. Let me think.
 
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This does not make sense. No, It doesn't. Yes, It does.
 
I was looking for the answer "Yeah maaan, coooool!".
But it isn't in there.
 
I don't love beets.
 
Positively!
 
I feel like I was divided by zero...
 
d...
negative.. question..
I..
huh? :rolleyes:
 
Nobody doesn't like Sara Lee.
 
Wait, what??
 
  • #10
Ban him.
 
  • #11
Don't I think I don't understand? Who said humans could adapt to any situation while robots cannot? I am bugged, need to be debugged. I don't think I do know what I wouldn't vote.
 
  • #12
I don't never not dislike them.
 
  • #13
turbo said:
Nobody doesn't like Sara Lee.
Or don't they?
 
  • #14
I don't like no negative questions, nohow.
 
  • #15
I hate the normal response to "do you mind if I...", which is "yeah, sure".
 
  • #16
I hate hate. Anymore questions?
 
  • #17
I never didn't dislike non-negative questions, if that helps.
 

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