Grown ups should be able to interpret spoken words in context and act accordingly. If my kid says 'no' but clearly signals the opposite, I take it as a yes. In

Grown ups should be able to interpret spoken words in context and act accordingly. If my kid says 'no' but clearly signals the opposite, I take it as a yes. In doubt, I take it at face value. Clear communication is important to learn. But learning to understand subtext is in my opinion just as important.