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This is constant. If the author agrees with something someone says, they'll say that the person "pointed out" something. If not, it's "claimed".



Russell or emotive conjugation: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emotive_conjugation

It would be nice to have a better word for this type of manipulation. We all do it constantly! My risk management is your gambling.




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