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To: Carry_Okie
Altho it shur has piqued interest in the debate. ;-)
19 posted on 10/07/2002 10:01:30 AM PDT by NormsRevenge
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Experience we trust ... LOLOLOL

Values we share o-| ...Beam me up Scotty!
21 posted on 10/07/2002 10:06:10 AM PDT by NormsRevenge
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To: NormsRevenge
RE: piqued

pique   Pronunciation Key  (pk)
n.
A state of vexation caused by a perceived slight or indignity; a feeling of wounded pride.

tr.v. piqued, piqu·ing, piques
  1. To cause to feel resentment or indignation.
  2. To provoke; arouse: The portrait piqued her curiosity.
  3. To pride (oneself): He piqued himself on his stylish attire.


[French, a prick, irritation, from Old French, from piquer, to prick, from Vulgar Latin *piccre, ultimately of imitative origin.]

27 posted on 10/07/2002 10:12:00 AM PDT by NormsRevenge
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