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How Many Is Several? The Linguistic Mystery Behind Vague Numbers
Consider this: If someone asks, "Are there several people at the party?" you might hesitate. Is several three? Five? Ten? The ambiguity isn’t accidental. It’s...
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Consider this: If someone asks, "Are there several people at the party?" you might hesitate. Is several three? Five? Ten? The ambiguity isn’t accidental. It’s...