....This is not an oxymoron so much as it is sarcasm: a mode of satirical wit depending for its effect on bitter, caustic, and often ironic language that is usu. directed against an individualPengwuino said:
zoobyshoe said:
uhm... uhhh... your the moron!you know that's getting annoying.Pengwuino said:
This one is. Something can not be a copy and the original at the same time.moose said:
I don't see this as one. Something is definitely still up in the air. It's the wording that makes it seem oxymoronic.
I'm quite sure crowds can come in different sizes.
This would sort of be a contraction of "Half way to being full"
Something very close to but not reality.
A sense of familiarity which seems oddly placed?
This one I'm not sure about. It just seems like an unnecessary qualifier was added. You could be right though.
This seems very much the same as the "definite maybe". I don't see a problem with the idea that something has clearly been misunderstood.
Again like the above. Isn't it possible that something can be a known in some instances but variable in others? And then there can be something that is always an unknown or constantly variable?
mattmns said:
A better response would've been "You're an oxymoron". God, I can't believe you missed that. Have I taught you nothing?Pengwuino said:
Smurf said:
I don't think any of them are.TheStatutoryApe said:
The first copy you make of something can be the original copy. If you are referring to the original as a copy, it's not an oxymoron, just a misnomer.
Ah... I wasn't thinking. Copy doesn't necessarily mean a duplicate.zoobyshoe said:
Copy doesn't necessarily refer to a duplicate. Copy sometimes refers to textual material that is to be copied/duplicated/printed in which case "original copy" makes perfect sense.TRCSF said:
TheStatutoryApe said:
The definition of an oxymoron is that it joins contradictory terms. Your examples are only seemingly contradictory so not really oxymorons.TRCSF said:
No, I wouldn't say that's an oxymoron. Just means you're not in the crowd with friends or family or anyone you know. It's hard to come up with a good one for the kind of solitude-amongst-many you're describing. The opposite, "crowded solitude" is not hard.TheStatutoryApe said:
I agree with this. They were, sort of, pseudo-oxymorons.TheStatutoryApe said:
A "drive through liquor" is a type of establishment where customers can purchase alcoholic beverages without having to leave their vehicle. It is similar to a drive-through fast food restaurant, but instead of ordering food, customers can order and purchase alcohol.
The legality of drive through liquor stores varies by state and country. In some places, it is legal to have a drive through liquor store, while in others it is not allowed. It is important to check the laws and regulations of your specific location before opening a drive through liquor store.
Customers typically drive up to a window or booth, place their order, and pay for their purchase. The alcohol is then handed to them through the window or brought to their car by an employee. Customers must be of legal drinking age and are typically not allowed to consume the alcohol on the premises.
The term "oxymoron" refers to a figure of speech where two contradictory terms are used together. In this case, the term "drive through" implies convenience and ease, while "liquor" is associated with caution and restriction. Therefore, the combination of these two words is considered an oxymoron.
Like any establishment that sells alcohol, there are potential safety concerns with drive through liquor stores. Employees must be trained to check IDs and ensure that customers are not driving under the influence. Additionally, some states have restrictions on where drive through liquor stores can be located to prevent accidents and keep the community safe.