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What does it mean?
Hyperbolic comment on extreme thinness.
In plain terms
Some women are incredibly thin.
What can you take from it?
Health extremes exist.

Where it applies

  • fitness discussions
  • appearance comments

Putting it to work

  • avoid extreme dieting
  • focus on health

Questions to consider

  • What defines healthy?

Another view

This exaggerates health realities.

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