Smoke on that

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Ju

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One of the greatest paradoxes of your physical senses, is that your eyes actually show you what you believe, not what you see.

Smoke on that.
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What is the meaning of "smoke on that" in the above sentence?

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Anglika

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Basically - chew on that statement. Think about that statement. Consider what is being said in that statement
 

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Basically - chew on that statement. Think about that statement. Consider what is being said in that statement

Dear Anglika,

Is Smoke on that a proper English, a polite English that I should follow the usage for my daily writing and conversation?

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Dear Anglika,

Is Smoke on that a proper English, a polite English that I should follow the usage for my daily writing and conversation?

Tkx / ju
No, it's not good English, you should avoid using it.
 
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