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  • Instead of including a paragraph, which many people (including me and, apparently, decathecting) don't read, add a section labeled "proficiencies" or "areas of expertise".

    Ask MetaFilter 2010

  • Like decathecting said, front porches have given way to backyard decks.

    FriendFeed - georgeh 2010

  • P.P.S. I agree with decathecting that the moment of virginity had already passed.

    Ask MetaFilter 2009

  • I disagree with decathecting, don't bring this up at all, it's likely to be confused with something much worse, like a conviction for drunk driving.

    Ask MetaFilter 2009

  • Yep, I had to look up decathecting, which apparently means “to withdraw one’s feelings of attachment from (a person, idea, or object), as in anticipation of a future loss.”

    Word of the Day 2005

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