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    Culinary "Trinities"

    Some cultures have "trinities" that act as the flavor base for many different recipes. There's mirepoix, soffritto, the creole trinity... Are there any other culinary trinities?
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    Is it still "surf & turf" without the "surf"?

    "Surf" is associated with the ocean. Is a meal still considered surf 'n turf if the surf component is not from the ocean (ie. lake/river fish)?
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    Thoughts on BBS/Game Forum chapters?

    VRMMO stories tend to use forum discussions to show different perspectives and/or (attempt to) explain parts of the setting without completely breaking immersion; one novel actually uses it as a core part of the story. Generally speaking, however—are BBS chapters a positive existence, or would...
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    A series of short stories, following the stories of various criminals cursed to die in 100 days.

    For example: One person might try to find redemption; another might built a vehicle to outrun the sunset and extend his days. Knowing that they will die in 100 days, what do these people do?
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    Writing 'Torporous' is not a real word. Should you use it anyways?

    "Torpor" refers to an 'inactive, lethargic state'; "Torpid" is the widely-accepted adjective form of it. "Torporous" is not a real word; however, I feel that it more adequately describes torpidity than 'torpid' itself. It drags on for three syllables instead of two, and repeatedly uses the...
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