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BMO



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PostPosted: Fri May 27, 2005 2:40 pm    Post subject: Puff Reply with quote

He puffs like hell.

Can you tell whether the puff is bragging or smoking?

Thanks.

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bud



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PostPosted: Fri May 27, 2005 2:52 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Well, I think it'd be unusual to use it as a synonym for bragging in this kind of sentence. Even so, it could mean bragging, smoking or gasping for breath. The last is probably most likely. Context would reveal the intended meaning.
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PostPosted: Fri May 27, 2005 9:33 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Got it, and thanks.

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