Subheading to the headline of an item announcing the shock departure of Tesco boss Dave Lewis:- "The chief executive said it was a personal decision as his replacement is named Ken Murphy." Sounds a bit drastic to resign just because of someone's name . Is he married to that mythical umbrella owner with whalebone ribs?
(yes, I know, the "as" indicates the timing of his statement, not the reason for his decision)
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And from our own, dear GN.
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One person not keen on avocados. Also has to be carried down the road so needs to be easy to transport.
As the meaning explains-----questionable !!?
Murphy as in Spud Murphy ?
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