862. What we man is what we don't say... (87)

What we say:  I don't want to go because (a) it's too far, and I've got a cold coming on.

What we mean:   ... and (b) I've got a cold coming on.

What is says about us:  I can't cope with more than a list of one.  I never seem to ever get further than (a)...

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