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Author: | J Kaufman [ Wed Jul 14, 2010 8:33 am ] |
Post subject: | Crystal-ball corner |
The swell thing about "could" [and "may"] headlines is that in our universe of infinite possibilities, anything may and could happen, so no one can ever call shenanigans on you for suggesting an outcome; and you'll look like a genius if the outcome occurs: Could Steinbrenner family sell Yankees? [Sports Illustrated] Let's see: The family owns the team, so the family could [and may] sell the team. Or not. |
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