Monday, June 30, 2025

Marilyn's Photos - June 30 2025 - Strong Words

 

When we were children, if someone was going to have "strong words" with you - it meant trouble - a scolding or similar.  At least it was verbal.  Today strong words are called power words.  0- persuasive terms meant to evoke emotional responses and influence actions.  Trying to retrieve the origin is a dilemma, as the phrase isn't acknowledged as a phrase.  

I did find 'strongly-worded' as in

  • She sent a strongly-worded letter to the manager. 
  • He received a strongly-worded email from his boss. 
  • The committee issued a strongly-worded statement against the proposal.
Do you know that when you search for strongly-worded jokes, Dad jokes is what comes up:
  • What do you call a fake dad?
    A faux pas.
  • Why do dogs float in water?
    Because they’re good buoys.
  • What should you do if your puppy isn’t feeling well?
    Take him to the dog-tor.
  • Why couldn’t the lifeguard rescue the hippie?
    Because he was too far out, man.
Anything can be called a Dad Joke. 
More roses from the RBG rose garden.
 
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