Indeed
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In reality; in truth; in fact; verily; truly; -- used in avariety of sense. Esp.: (a) Denoting emphasis; as, indeed it is so.(b) Denoting concession or admission; as, indeed, you are right. (c)Denoting surprise; as, indeed, is it you Its meaning is not intrinsicor fixed, but depends largely on the form of expression which itaccompanies.
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Possibly one of the most convienient words I've come across, it kills of un-wanted conversation very effectively without offending someone.
Indeed answers any closed question, a sarcastic remark or general remark you really don't care to comment on. In the case of open questions replying indeed lets someone know that you really don't give a flying pig's ass and can express surprise, skepticism, or irony.
Definetley one for your vocabulary.
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What Teal'c always says in the TV show Stargate SG - 1.
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one word that will both answer annoying/uncomfortable questions without giving a definite answer and end annoying conversations, very useful.
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a word used to make even the most innatentive moron sound borderline brilliant. The use of the word indeed can speak volumes of unquestioned smarts, and can suggest that the user has a great, expansive vocabulary.
Be warned, the use of indeed may cause some people to feel uncomfortable and less superior in the users presence, intimidated by their free usage of the word. -
Something to say in agreement, whether or not you give a damn or even express any interest/pay attention.
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overused phrase meaning yesh,
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1.(adverb) in fact; in reality; in truth; truly (used for emphasis, to confirm and amplify a previous statement, to indicate a concession or admission, or, interrogatively, to obtain confirmation): Indeed, it did rain as hard as predicted. Did you indeed finish the work?
- (accreditation) Matt Stull's word
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To [Anglicise] thereby reinforcing the validity of a response to any statement.
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Lo Pan's classic line from John Carpenter's Big
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Used to emphasize a statement or response confirming something already suggested.
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really or certainly, often used to emphasize something:
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