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Old 25-Jun-2004, 18:40
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Originally Posted by Casiopea
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Originally Posted by blacknomi
Can I say

Your harsh remark cut me through just like a hot knife through butter.
Here's something with the same meaning, but tastier: :D

Your words stir up feelings inside of me that I particularly don't like.

All the best,
"Like a knife through hot butter" only says it is very easy, without difficulty. It is not like making a harsh remark that hurts someone's feelings. Am I missing something here?

BMO
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