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I need to ask a group of idiots a question. But I need to tell them first that I'm being sincere and I really need to know the answer. How would you describe my question? (you know, serious, sincere, etc)

I would describe your question as "serious".

<< I need to ask a group of idiots a question. >>

Its funny how you seem to expect a genuine response from "a group of idiots" and what difference would it make if you were sincere or not, you've already labelled them as "idiots." I'll say your case is rather 'bizarre. I suggest you check the definition of "idiot" before you proceed with your inquiry.

Only an idiot would expect a genuine response from another idiot.

Are they handicapped??

"Are they handicapped??"
Mentally, Yeah. Just like Stan, you know.

So just tell 'em that you've gotta ask them a really important question and that you really need to know their answer.

I just found out what's called: "a sincere question" thnx thu

How did you "find out" that it would be called a "sincere question"? I think "serious question" would be more accurate.

I "found out" what it's called when I was reading one of my American friend's emails and that's the adj he used.
Do you now get how I "found out" about it?

Ah, well, perhaps he was mistaken or you misunderstood... A "sincere question" is more like when you don't want to offend someone and a "serious question" is when you aren't joking.

"Ah, well, perhaps he was mistaken or you misunderstood... "
Neither. I did not ask the question clearly enough.
"A "sincere question" is more like when you don't want to offend someone" that's exactly what I was asking. thnx thu

Hey all,
what's the American word for "teddy bear"?
Thanks

-- what's the American word for "teddy bear"? --

pimp

I think she meant the cuddly variety

Larissa, it would be simply "teddy bear". Remember that the term "teddy bear" originated in North American English to begin with.