Half of Americans wouldn’t be able to tell that a Briton is calling them an idiot, finds our new study on British subtext
What does "with the greatest respect" mean?
"I think you are an idiot": 🇬🇧 68% / 🇺🇸 40%
"I am listening to you": 🇬🇧 24% / 🇺🇸 49%
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