• Ganbat@lemmyonline.com
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        1 year ago

        Merriam-Webster definition for “explore” 1a:

        to investigate, study, or analyze : look into
        ➡️sometimes used with indirect questions

        This definition makes no distinction between factual and speculative, and in fact invites speculative use with the second point. Additionally, there’s a long history of using the word “explore” in this exact type of situation.

        Anyway, the point is, don’t be such a wet blanket, plz.

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          1 year ago

          I just don’t think some fiction is reliable source of information.

          And I can’t see in the definition the meaning you are implying. You’re overstretching it.

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            1 year ago

            it’s unwise to take literary advice from someone that uses words without taking the time to learn their definition