OT: the joys of language (was RE: Hooks, aspect-oriented programming, and design by contract)

[Mark McEahern]

> Can't answer at the first question ? Regarding the last point, I find it
> overkilling ...

for a native speaker to come up with such a gem--a subtle but unusual
variation on a common phrase--they would have to be a verbal genius.  i find
it overkilling.  i love it!

thank you for bringing a smile to my face.

cheers,

// mark