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nzadrozny
on Oct 18, 2013
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Want people to trust you? Try apologising for the ...
Or, along those lines but less world-dominating, "Sorry for [choosing a time and location for our meeting that resulted in exposing you to] the rain."
Same point, though. The superfluous apology lends an implied sense of influence and responsibility.
noonespecial
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Or even an implicit acknowledgment that I do indeed have the power to call you out into the rain.
sandieman
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I'm sorry for this thread. Can I borrow your phone?
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Same point, though. The superfluous apology lends an implied sense of influence and responsibility.