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Sat 21 Mar, 2009 12:59 pm
For several days now I have been seeking a word which, so far, has eluded me. The word I seek is commonly used in the political arena and basically means to formulate and optimize a plan in order to avoid a a complicated or unpleasant situation.
I am rather perturbed that this word escapes me. Please help.
i believe the word your looking for is lie
do you mean spin control?
I suppose you want it in Latin, properly punctuated , and properly edited . Wait till Im done with my Western style breakfast.
Nothing yet. I will check back after a much- needed nap.
Is that your version of a trial balloon?
Scheme, also used as a noun for the finished product.
Being in a rather humorless mood, I shall suggest "strategize".
don't you mean strateegerize?
"zero-sum" in diplomacy refers to two opposing parties negotiating a resolution where the gains or losses are equal for both sides
Ratzenhofer sure is taking a long nap, isn't he. He's changed since he turned
the 100 year mark.
I think the word is contrive
wandeljw wrote:
"zero-sum" in diplomacy refers to two opposing parties negotiating a resolution where the gains or losses are equal for both sides
I meant: "non-zero-sum"
Anyway, the terminology Gus is looking for might be found by reading about Cold War diplomacy.
something to do with gender schematics?
You're seeking the word particular?
OK it lives on Four Syllable Lane right near Fastidious Drive.
Nice nap. I appreciate the efforts but, alas, the word remains at large.
It isn't anything really complicated, just a solitary, rather common word, but for the life of me I can not come up with it. Maybe I'm not explaining it well enough.
I'll ponder it some more and get back to you. For now I must venture into the night.
In English, not every concept can be reduced to one word.
ooo, connive a guess?
if its your will i expect the pitchfork
Gus wrote:I am rather perturbed that this word escapes me
You should obviate or debar these things, Gus..
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