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It's certainly an interesting choice of words. But I'm more partial to commending those standing up to blackmailers than scolding them for what they (may) have

by im3w1l 6y ago

It's certainly an interesting choice of words. But I'm more partial to commending those standing up to blackmailers than scolding them for what they (may) have done. If blackmail really happened and it was not just a slip of the tongue.

rubatuga 6y ago
I'm realizing that many people, including HN commenters, have no idea what blackmail means.
- im3w1l 6y ago
  I looked it now up just to be sure and it seems the joke is on us. It's most often used about threats to reveal a secret. But it can be used for any threats.