yeah.... charitable interpretation is "these words in this context are threatening"... but it means context matters and when the source of the words clarifies their intent that should be taken into consideration
and when someone does the opposite- removes the context that makes the words nonthreatening and insists on a different interpretation- *they* are actually the ones creating the harm of triggering ppl's fight or flight response to perceived danger
and why would anyone do this? because ppl who feel threatened are a powerful force... if you're the one controlling them, you can use them to intimidate your rivals and gift you resources to aid your fight
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