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Old 24-Feb-2006, 04:46
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Default What are their meanings ?

What do these terms mean ?

"Then (here) comes the spin"
"half-a-loaf outfit"
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Default Re: What are their meanings ?

Spin- trying to make the facts look more positive, especially in politics
If they're only half-a-loaf, then they're not very good.
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