"With all due respect"... . . [I Listen To Aretha Franklin]

Tell me who determines the level or respect that is due? 🤔

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luckranger71 · 51-55, M

When this is said, it's usually a precursor to "I really disagree with you", with a subtext of "you're not that bright"

Analogous to the use of "no offense, but" when the offensive comment is seconds away.

All the more reason to stay away from jargon.