Today’s finally the day that Daniel Hannan, famously such a predictive monster mind, said we should all look forward to.
@stephenserjeant some things don't age well. But with Brexit predictions it has been probably more the case than in any other policy. Or does my European point of view make me see things wrong?
@geogoeroe @stephenserjeant That's a polite way of saying "we effing told you so” 👍🏻
The polite way of saying "told you so" is, "oh dear, was a bit worried that might happen". @anthonybearles @geogoeroe @stephenserjeant
@BenAveling @anthonybearles @stephenserjeant indeed. I apologise, not a native speaker. As subtlety goes, I try to keep my Dutchness hidden, but it's difficult.
No apology necessary. No politeness necessary either, not on that topic with this audience. 🙂
Is there a Dutch equivalent?
(I have a Dutch brother in law; in his view politeness is achieved when the swearwords aren't specifically addressed at any particular person, but he may be atypical.)
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@BenAveling @anthonybearles @stephenserjeant en... Wat dacht je zelf dat er zou gebeuren? (So... What did you think that would happen? emphasis on zelf/you) is a good start in Dutch. Considered passive-aggresive, but mostly acceptable.
Nice. Reminds me the American expression: "And how's that working out for you?"
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