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Robot or Not?

Jason Snell asks John Siracusa to rule on the meaning of various words and concepts. It’s not just about robots anymore.Have a question for John? Email robot@theincomparable.com.

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265: Frown

265: Frown

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264: Cookie Dough

264: Cookie Dough

If it’s never meant to make a cookie, is it still cookie dough? (Also: Peanut Butter Spread, Cheese Food, and other food... Read more

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