toynbee

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[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 6 points 2 hours ago

That occurred to me while writing my comment, as well, and I don't like the implications.

I would imagine they have to ask you, yes. If the toilet can be flushed without authentication, they'd probably still have to ask you how.

[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 5 points 3 hours ago (9 children)

I have no interest in one, but playing devil's advocate, some might consider it more sanitary since you don't have to touch the toilet to flush and have the choice of not being near it, hopefully avoiding any spray.

Also, if your guests use the restroom, you can startle them at any time.

[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 3 points 5 hours ago

Now it's out forever.

[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 2 points 17 hours ago

My town had a "Video Tonight" and we were allowed one rental per week, leading to the following regular exchange:

"Want to go to Video Tonight?"

"No, I'd rather wait until tomorrow."

[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 2 points 1 day ago

It's still so interesting noticing comments from you, as I used to be frustrated by the bubble letters in your name. Since my client started suppressing that, I find you often contribute to conversations and I appreciate it.

I tried to express this once before, but at that point my client was still somewhat immature and randomly put my comment in a different, irrelevant thread.

Anyway, thanks for being a classic and long lasting part of lemmy and for showing up in my thread! I'm glad it provided you with some enlightenment.

[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 1 points 1 day ago

Not a fan of lojban?

[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 2 points 1 day ago (2 children)

From now on, I shall only refer to them as kentauru.

[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 1 points 1 day ago

This is an entirely new one for me. Thanks!

[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 1 points 1 day ago

I am now questioning every word I've ever pronounced, but I think "shawarma" has a softer "sh" whereas my apparently incorrect pronunciation of centaur has a harder "ch," like "change."

Perhaps you should consult Tony Stark to satisfy your centaur shawarma cravings. If anyone could make it happen, it's probably him.

[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 2 points 1 day ago

Well, apparently my answer ("sen-chwar") is also very incorrect. Someone else in this thread also answered "sen-a-tar." I would argue both beat yours for incorrectness, as they don't fit the spelling.

I thought mine was based on something French, based on almost nothing, but another person in the thread has corrected that theory.

[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 3 points 1 day ago

Rude.

But I'm glad I could add some levity to your day! I can often make my wife chortle, but when I can make her laugh incredibly hard it's a good day.

[–] toynbee@lemmy.world 2 points 1 day ago

Well, it seems not a single other person agrees with me on my choice of pronunciation, but it's nice to not be the only one whose answer isn't based on the spelling!

Thank you for the answer.

 

My wife pronounces it three different ways, each of which she can support. I pronounce it one, but other than that it's the way I've heard it I can't support my pronunciation even after some searches. What's yours and why?

 

Jokes aside, I remember the PoM song being titled "She Fucking Hates Me," but according to Wikipedia it wasn't part of the title, just the lyrics.

I guess it actually was more mild than I remembered.

edit: Add a word.

 
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