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> “That’s all they do” and “just” are interchangeable. I disagree. Whereas “do” is a verb, “just”, as an adverb, implies an entirety of being, an essence. And
by relaxing 2y ago
> “That’s all they do” and “just” are interchangeable.
I disagree. Whereas “do” is a verb, “just”, as an adverb, implies an entirety of being, an essence. And a system is not solely its actions.
- globnomulous 2y agoI think the person you're answering is correct. "They just do X" and "All they do is X" are logically interchangeable. They define the exact same set -- and convey the same dismissive tone.
- relaxing 2y agoYou used the word do in both cases.