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Would it help you to replace those phrases with, "Let's assume" because that's basically what they're saying, in a way.
by diminoten 7y ago
Would it help you to replace those phrases with, "Let's assume" because that's basically what they're saying, in a way.
- loco5niner 7y agoI disagree. "Let's assume" leaves room for doubt, where "it is obvious" allows for none. I think most people who use these phrases are going for the latter.
- diminoten 7y agoAn assumption is a prior, which necessarily means it can't be challenged, as in there is zero doubt about it, in the given/specific conversation. Also, as a smell, when you say "I think most people" you're often just trying to mask your own biases.