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GUEST2008

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Hi

Does the phrase: I'd be happy to think that you were right mean that I would be happy if you were right?
 

Rover_KE

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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.

Rover
 
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