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Tue 2006-10-17 22:44 |
| I agree with your analysis about your mixed metaphor, but point out "sound" does mean (according to the dictionary) to "present a particular impression: eg. That argument sounds reasonable." Your phrase just grabbed attention because (a) it makes sense but is taking the place of an established expression and (b) the juxtaposition of words having contradictory roots is jarring (like jumbo shrimp -- it's correct, but you might want to avoid it to make it easier to read). |
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