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What does it mean?
The speaker sarcastically hopes the other person's questions have gotten better over time.
In plain terms
He wishes the questions are now of higher quality.
What can you take from it?
Strive for thoughtful, well‑crafted questions.

Where it applies

  • a Q&A session
  • online forums

Putting it to work

  • prepare questions in advance
  • research before asking

Questions to consider

  • How can one improve question quality without sarcasm?
  • What makes a good question?

Another view

The sarcasm may be misinterpreted as hostility.

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