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Episode 36: Robert van Rooij discusses vagueness

Elucidations

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Exploring the Pervasiveness of Vagueness in Language

This chapter examines the inherent vagueness of language, focusing on how different parts of speech can possess ambiguous meanings. Through examples like vehicle classification and the ethics of abortion, the discussion highlights the challenges of achieving precision in language, even for mathematically defined terms.

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