Thursday, October 8, 2009

Safe and Sound

OK, OK by definition this phrase makes total and complete sense. But wouldn't it be more fun if you said you were safe and sound you were using the second definition below (from www.dictionary.com). For example: I just got home. I am safe and financially secure. Text in response: Um, OK. Good for you, especially considering these rough economic times.

sound

2[sound] Show IPA adjective, -er, -est, adverb –adjective
1. free from injury, damage, defect, disease, etc.; in good condition; healthy; robust: a sound heart; a sound mind.
2. financially strong, secure, or reliable: a sound business; sound investments.
3. competent, sensible, or valid: sound judgment.
4. having no defect as to truth, justice, wisdom, or reason: sound advice.
5. of substantial or enduring character: sound moral values.
6. following in a systematic pattern without any apparent defect in logic: sound reasoning.
7. uninterrupted and untroubled; deep: sound sleep.
8. vigorous, thorough, or severe: a sound thrashing.
9. free from moral defect or weakness; upright, honest, or good; honorable; loyal.
10. having no legal defect: a sound title to property.
11. theologically correct or orthodox, as doctrines or a theologian.

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