PERSPECTIVE — IRREGULAR VERBS
The game of “Irregular Verbs” or “Conjugations” was created quite a few years ago by philosopher Bertrand Russell on the BBC program Brains Trust when he declined “I am firm,” (see below). Ever since people have been discovering new examples of how we approach self, present company, and those beyond earshot. I am firm; you are obstinate; he is a pig- headed fool. I am an epicure: you are a gourmand; he has both feet in the trough. I am sparkling; you are unusually talkative; he is drunk. I am farseeing; you are a visionary; he’s a fuzzy-minded dreamer. I am beautiful; you have quite good features; she isn’t bad-looking, if you like that type. I have reconsidered; you have changed your mind; he has gone back on his word. I dream; you escape; he needs help. I am at my prime; you are middle-aged; he’s getting old. I am a liberal; you are a radical; he is a communist.…
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