I will now share some approximation conversation that I once witnessed or participated in, because I found it useful and maybe others will, too. > [Alice and B

I will now share some approximation conversation that I once witnessed or participated in, because I found it useful and maybe others will, too. > [Alice and Bob debate about whether Bob is racist. Bob suspects that he is slightly racist and is looking for confirm or deny this.] > Alice: Well, what do your black friends think about [that thing you are talking about]? > Bob: My what? > Alice: Happy to help.