philosophical
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Austrian-British philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein once warned that philosophical problems arise when “language goes on holiday.”
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
But the ideological and philosophical lineage of these people is not difficult to trace.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026
The bishops complained of immorality, but Heidegger remained philosophical.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
The pop star, coming off the massive success of her “Future Nostalgia” album, made an appearance to ostensibly plug her tour, lifestyle newsletter and book podcast, but viewers were treated to something more philosophical instead.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
“They got the latest philosophical instruments. Course they know what’s going on in the atmosphere.”
From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman
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