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Ambiguity is rife.

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Elegran Wed 02-Oct-19 12:18:38

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)

BradfordLass72 Thu 03-Oct-19 09:07:16

Enjoyed this. smile

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.

grin

EllanVannin Thu 03-Oct-19 10:27:52

As the meaning explains-----questionable !!?

Murphy as in Spud Murphy ? smile