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  1. 28-May-2011, 15:16 #1
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    Default I'd be happy to think ...

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    Does the phrase: I'd be happy to think that you were right mean that I would be happy if you were right?
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  2. 28-May-2011, 17:54 #2
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    Default Re: I'd be happy to think ...

    Quote Originally Posted by GUEST2008 View Post
    Hi

    Does the phrase: I'd be happy to think that you were right mean that I would be happy if you were right?
    Yes, with the added implication that I think you are probably wrong.

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