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   jojo to All   
   Re: here's the dumbest phrase   
   24 Jan 26 22:17:44   
   
   From: f00@0f0.00f   
      
   % wrote:   
   > jojo wrote:   
   >> % wrote:   
   >>> jojo wrote:   
   >>>> i heard.. pregnant with xyz. like pregnant with an idea or   
   >>>> pregnant with anticipation or pregnant with desire... whatever.   
   >>>>   
   >>>> i am never pregnant with anything, fyi.   
   >>>>   
   >>> not even a pregnant pause   
   >>   
   >> what does that even mean?!!   
   >> A pregnant pause is a deliberate moment of silence in   
   >> conversation or   
   > performance that carries significant meaning or anticipation. It   
   > is often used to create suspense, emphasize emotion, or signal   
   > hesitation. This pause is not just a moment of silence; it is   
   > intentionally timed to be noticeable, allowing the speaker to   
   > gather thoughts or convey unspoken emotions. The term "pregnant"   
   > metaphorically implies that the pause is full of meaning or   
   > potential, making it a powerful tool in communication.   
      
   so its mostly actor stuff. they should just call it a dramatic   
   pause.   
      
   see if i didnt know, i would think pregnant pause was an abortion.   
      
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