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What does it mean?
The speaker claims their exact words were 'Fuck me!', suggesting shock or regret.
In plain terms
I think I said Fuck me! exactly.
What can you take from it?
Sometimes our exact words are simple expressions of shock.

Where it applies

  • shocking events
  • personal recounting

Putting it to work

  • recalling reactions
  • expressing disbelief

Questions to consider

  • Why do we remember specific words?
  • How do you react to shock?

Another view

This lacks context and might be an exaggeration.

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