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  1. 05-Apr-2006, 04:55 #1
    Applejoy
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    Default dilemma

    I know that dilemma is choosing between 2 choices..
    question 1. are they 2 "good" choices only?
    2. if dilemma involves choosing, Is it redundant to say..." I have a dilemma to choose?
  2. 06-Apr-2006, 04:09 #2
    Tdol
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    Default Re: dilemma

    1 No, it could be choosing the 'less bad' option- trying to minimise harm.
    2 Yes
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