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Chiageraldine Posted 17 years ago
Grammar

Painstakingly Plain Jane

Good day! Is there such a term as "painstakingly plain jane"?

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Hi, I've never heard it. But there is no reason why you shouldn't say it. I'd understand it to refer to someone who deliberately tries to appear plain.

— Clive

  • Hi, I've never heard it.
  • But there is no reason why you shouldn't say it.
  • I'd understand it to refer to someone who deliberately tries to appear plain.
  • Best wishes, Clive
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Hi,

I've never heard it. But there is no reason why you shouldn't say it.

I'd understand it to refer to someone who deliberately tries to appear plain.

Best wishes, Clive
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