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Old 03-23-2005, 01:29 PM   #22
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Originally Posted by scuffleball
Well, since you asked

In my language, 'nitpickiest' would best be defined using the word Saumeija. Pronounced: sow (as in cow) - me - jah

It's a phrase that is best loosely translated as: “Speaking many words but saying nothing”; definitions include: 1) any instance of using many words but saying very little of substance; 2) giving a detailed explanation that does precious little explaining; 3) talking too much about a particular subject or topic; 4) being long-winded or “full of hot air”; 5) speaking for the sole purpose of hearing one’s own words; 6) being overly detailed; marked with attention to details, often minute or trivial in nature

The last definition would fit, I think

And yes, I know I am in need of real help - or I have too much time on my hands!
"saumeija"...a perfect description of me.

What word would describe Le Grande Orange?...He's is even more "saumeija" than me.
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