Completely random thought

Sep 24, 2007 17:55

It just occurred to me how absurd our use of the phrase "as hell" is, when used to emphasize the degree to which something exhibits a certain characteristic.  For example:  I just heard someone say "It's charming as hell."  Now, what he obviously meant was, "It is very charming."  (That was clear from the way he said it... ) But, if you stop to ( Read more... )

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conscientiablue September 25 2007, 05:48:56 UTC
some might be more careful than others in their application of "as hell."

Another phrase I thought of is "wicked," used more by the skateboard stoner types.

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special825 September 27 2007, 05:18:50 UTC
You're nerdy as hell.

*Smiggle*

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special825 September 27 2007, 05:35:14 UTC
P.S. I WANT A GUIDE PONY!

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