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What does it mean?
A blunt way of telling someone to leave.
In plain terms
Go away.
What can you take from it?
Set clear boundaries.

Where it applies

  • unwanted attention
  • harassment

Putting it to work

  • use concise language

Questions to consider

  • When is bluntness appropriate?

Another view

May be perceived as rude.

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