The Cutting Gazette

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“Well, you have sense.”

Colin BridgertonPenelope FeatheringtonS2 · E6 · 00:11:51

What it sounds like

Penelope is sensible.

What it really means

“Colin praises Penelope while implying Eloise lacks good sense.”

Said today

“Penelope has common sense—unlike you.”

What was happening

Colin says Penelope and Eloise could not be less alike. When asked what he means, he answers, “Well, you have sense,” making the compliment an indirect jab at Eloise.

ColinWell, you have sense.

The exchange, from the subtitles · Season 2, episode 6, at 00:11:51

Stings a little.

How much it hurts: 2 of 5

Wrapped in lace.

How well it is hidden: 3 of 5

Type of insultbackhanded compliment, comparison, intelligence.

Checked by my AI judge (86% sure). Found in 3 of 3 separate AI readings of the episode. Who said it was worked out from the whole episode. How this works

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