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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around a cartoon that humorously addresses the concept of evolution, particularly focusing on the idea of how creatures learned to fly. Participants share their thoughts on the cartoon and explore related expressions and cultural references.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Meta-discussion
Main Points Raised
- Some participants express enjoyment of the cartoon and its implications about evolution.
- One participant mentions a cultural expression related to being "on the fly," suggesting it may not have a direct English equivalent.
- Another participant clarifies that "on the fly" in English refers to doing something casually or without much forethought.
- A different expression, "must fly," is introduced as a way to indicate urgency in leaving.
- One participant speculates that the cartoon does not fully capture the scenario, suggesting that the first fish's escape involves flying, which adds a layer to the evolutionary discussion.
- A humorous quote from a classic television show is shared, adding a light-hearted element to the conversation.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree on the enjoyment of the cartoon, but there are varying interpretations and cultural references regarding expressions related to flying and urgency. The discussion remains open-ended without a consensus on the deeper implications of the cartoon.
Contextual Notes
Some expressions and cultural references may depend on regional language differences, and the interpretations of the cartoon's message are subjective and not universally agreed upon.
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jedishrfu
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Great cartoon!
Now how did we learn to fly?
Now how did we learn to fly?
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I don't know whether there is an english analogon. Here we say: I'm just out (= on the fly?) to fetch some cigarettes! (meaning: and won't be seen ever after.)jedishrfu said:
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jedishrfu
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In English "on the fly" usually means something done casually without much forethought.
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=on the fly
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=on the fly
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Pepper Mint
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Jonathan Scott
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We say "must fly!" when we need to leave in a hurry, as a stronger form of "must run!" when late for something.
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QuantumQuest
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It is really a great cartoon!
I think that the cartoon does not reveal the whole thing... Right after this scene, the second fish follows and there is no other way for the first to escape than flying
jedishrfu said:
I think that the cartoon does not reveal the whole thing... Right after this scene, the second fish follows and there is no other way for the first to escape than flying
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jedishrfu
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And the first fish said:
"To the Moon, Alice!" -- Jackie Gleason in the Honeymooners
"To the Moon, Alice!" -- Jackie Gleason in the Honeymooners