simpul mati
English translation: overhand knot, fast knot
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| 19:05 Jul 22, 2008 |
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| 5 +2 | overhand knot, fast knot |
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| 5 | firm knot; gordion know [perhaps] |
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firm knot; gordion know [perhaps] Explanation: ref: kamus perwira - as a metaphor, the closest english one i can think of is "gordian knot" - gordian knot refers to an intractable problem, one that is difficult or almost impossible to handle/solve. - according to legend, alexander the great solved it by making a bold stroke, i.e. by just cutting it and not bothering with the tedious process of unravelling it. |
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3 hrs confidence: peer agreement (net): +2
peer agreement (net): +2overhand knot, fast knot Explanation: these are just other variants used in certain fields in addition to may's "firm knot", all appearing in Dewan Eje Pro |
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