Is Drive-Through Liquor an Oxymoron?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the concept of oxymorons, sparked by the phrase "drive-through liquor." Participants explore whether this phrase qualifies as an oxymoron and share various examples of oxymorons, while also debating the definitions and implications of the term.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested
  • Exploratory
  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that "drive-through liquor" could be seen as an oxymoron, while others disagree, arguing it is not contradictory.
  • One participant defines an oxymoron as a combination of incongruous or contradictory terms, providing examples like "deafening silence" and "original copy."
  • Another participant argues that "original copy" is indeed an oxymoron, while others challenge this by stating that the term can make sense in certain contexts.
  • Several examples of phrases that may or may not qualify as oxymorons are presented, including "jumbo shrimp," "military intelligence," and "British humility."
  • Participants express differing views on whether certain phrases are true oxymorons or merely appear contradictory based on interpretation.
  • There is a discussion about the distinction between oxymorons and other forms of contradiction, such as paradoxes.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on whether "drive-through liquor" is an oxymoron. There are multiple competing views regarding what constitutes an oxymoron, leading to ongoing debate and differing interpretations of various examples.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about the definitions of oxymorons and the examples provided, indicating that interpretations can vary based on context and understanding.

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My oldest remembered: "military intelligence."
 
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British humility
 

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