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Being Blunt and Stubborn

Simone: So, what did you think of Bruce? Isn’t he great?

Dirk: Well, he’s certainly Direct and Forthright with his opinions. I don’t think I’ve ever met anyone who Speaks his mind the way he does.

Simone: Yeah, isn’t that great? I’ve never liked a guy who Straddles the fence or has Namby-pamby opinions. I’ve always liked guys with strong opinions.

Dirk: Well, There’s strong And there’s pigheadedness. Don’t you think?

Simone: What?! You think Bruce is pigheaded, just because he doesn’t Budge when other people try To sway him? I think that’s an Admirable trait.

Dirk: I think being Blunt can be admirable under the right circumstances, but being Stubborn as a mule can make it hard on other people, don’t you think?

Simone: No, I don’t. Other people can Pull their punches if they want to, but a man who’ll speak up about what he believes in and Stand by it is a real man to me.

Dirk: I can see why you two make a perfect couple. I hope never To be on the wrong side of an argument with either one of you.



Как быть хорошим другом сказать по английски.
Конфликты в семье на английском сочинение.

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