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  1. 26-Nov-2011, 07:54 #1
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    Default Did I detect a note of sarcasm?

    Would anyone help me find suitable substitutes for "note" in the sentence?

    Is "whiff" a possible alternative?
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    Default Re: Did I detect a note of sarcasm?

    Whiff, touch, trace, hint
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