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Circular Swastika

a: The swastika ~
b: a kitten chasing its tail

What: "for compared with the freedom of that flight of birds, the very shape of the Swastika is like a kitten chasing its tail. " A metaphor that contrast the use of the Christian cross with the swastika.

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Writer: St. Francis (?)
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Date: Sep 25 2010 9:34 AM


Wwe

a: Professional wrestling ~
b: soap operas for Drunken hillbillys

What: "Professional wrestling is like soap operas for Drunken hillbillys. Look at the fanbase to see who is more sophisticated."

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Writer: Wookie
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Date: Nov 27 2010 2:51 AM


Miami As Teen

a: Miami ~
b: a rebellious teen

What: "Spreng is also good at the social aspect of art. To watch him in action at a party celebrating his work is to witness a Puckish creation expertly wheeling around in his motorized chair and dispensing a sound bite to his tribe: "Miami is like a rebellious teen. Sometimes you want to kill her, but in the end she's always good.""

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Writer: Sebastian Spreng
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Date: May 14 2012 3:26 PM



a: oxytocin ~
b: training wheels

What:

"Several researchers are testing inhaled oxytocin in combination with psychotherapy. In this case, oxytocin is like training wheels on a two-wheel bike. It can help you experience some intimacy and trust, so it's easier next time."


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Writer: Not Stated
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Date: Mar 5 2015 5:24 PM



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