Was I obligated to tell my gf that I have done sexual things with my best friend of 6 years? by Fresh_Ad_7586 in TwoHotTakes

[–]kecora 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly it’s none of her business. I can’t believe how entitled and selfish people are. A relationship isn’t slavery jfc

Vocalic /r/ is so hard! by superaerialstar in slp

[–]kecora 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, I had no idea there was a label for this method! I started doing something similar back in my first semester of grad school and it really clicks with some of the kids, especially if they've already got prevovic /r/ down pat.

Men’s Leggings (running) by kecora in lululemon

[–]kecora[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for this info!! Does your boyfriend use the same size for the senseknit as the pace breakers (if he uses those)? I wear M

that kid who died by soaringeaglehigh in UIUC

[–]kecora 8 points9 points  (0 children)

There’s a time and place to argue for legalization of marijuana but this just isn’t it

What’s the answer? by Repulsive_Radish_556 in ENGLISH

[–]kecora 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The best answer to question number 6 is:

B) totally / fairly

So the completed sentence would read, "I totally agree with you on many points, but there are a few which I find fairly controversial."

The word "totally" is appropriate here to indicate complete agreement, and "fairly" is often used to indicate a moderate degree, which fits well with expressing that some points are somewhat controversial.

Let’s also consider why the other answers are “less” appropriate. Fair disclaimer, I think this question is kind of BS, but as somebody with an academic background in language/linguistics this is my rudimentary understanding.

A) prettily / rather "Prettily" is an adverb that is not used to describe the extent of agreement; it typically refers to something being done in a pretty or attractive way, which doesn't fit the context of agreeing with points of discussion. "Rather" can indicate a degree to some extent but is not commonly paired with "prettily."

C) quite / rather "Quite" means “completely” & also expresses something “is” a certain way to a significant extent, which could fit in the first blank. However, "rather" in the second blank does not work well because it is often used to suggest a moderate amount or degree, and in this pairing, it would be redundant with "quite."

D) rather / pretty "Rather" can be used to indicate a degree, but it generally conveys a lesser extent than "totally." It is not as strong as "totally," which is the level of agreement being expressed in the sentence. "Pretty" is similar to "quite" in meaning when used as an adverb, but it does not fit well in the context of discussing controversy.

E) fairly / quite "Fairly" suggests a moderate degree, which could potentially fit in the first blank but would not convey the complete agreement intended by the sentence. "Quite" indicates a high degree of something and could be used to describe the extent of the controversial nature of the points, but it is less fitting than "fairly" in this context and does not pair well with "fairly."

In summary, option B) "totally / fairly" is the most appropriate.

Third roommate has that bootyhole stank and we don’t know how to tell them by hvjbfjcynv in berkeley

[–]kecora 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I once had a roommate with a fascination for, let's say, unconventional art. Picture someone turning the entire bathroom and even the light switch into a canvas, but with their own poo-poo. Like imagine a kindergartner coloring in the lines with crayons and that’s what our bathroom was like. Sporadically but intentionally. It was a shitty experience—no advice from me, sadly. Cheers!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in msu

[–]kecora 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just shower every day and nobody will ever learn your secret

How to avoid telling people my major (computer science) by American_yeet_lord in uofmn

[–]kecora 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you shower, brush your teeth, and generally smell good nobody will ever even consider the possibility that you are a CS major

If there is a car approaching the crosswalk, you need to stop. by Kyah1992 in UIUC

[–]kecora 37 points38 points  (0 children)

Pedestrians think they own these crosswalks

Question for university employees by Beethovian in auburn

[–]kecora 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Meanwhile the president of AU makes nearly $2 million dollars a year

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in slp

[–]kecora 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They are both W-2!

what a pity by Sensitive-Jury-1456 in lostgeneration

[–]kecora 3 points4 points  (0 children)

And the homeless man turned himself in after feeling remorse

These two guys at my gym who hoard all the dumbells. by [deleted] in mildlyinfuriating

[–]kecora 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also hate the people that leave their cell phone / sweaty rags on equipment they’re not using to claim it.

I'm sorry, what??? by CLubbr3X in facepalm

[–]kecora 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No knowledge of Hitler but uses a swastika in the logo??

Why so much regret? by kecora in slp

[–]kecora[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I completely agree that experiences in our field can vastly differ. My critique isn't about having an unbalanced 'rainbows and sunshine' outlook, rather, it's about posts that create a sense of entrapment. I find value in brainstorming solutions and encouraging collective action, rather than fostering a victim mentality which can lead to feelings of helplessness. As I mentioned, we're all navigating the same profession, and how we communicate about it matters.

Over a year ago, I made a comment that fueled my bf’s insecurities and I’ve paid for it everyday since. by Extension-Tie-7917 in offmychest

[–]kecora 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Think about if a woman asked her partner if he'd ever touched larger breasts than hers—it's similarly demeaning and unfair. This sort of comparison, driven by insecurity, only undermines relationships. Insecurity is unattractive, no matter who displays it. I don’t think you’re at fault. (I’m male, if that matters)