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Write a poem that turns sharply and suddenly at the line "should seventy-five come" | This poem will take a sharp and sudden turn should seventy-five come.
Unexpectedly subjected change it can’t return from.
What sort of plot twist will I write?
What sort of thing would be alright?
“What strange conflict should he incite?”
“What silly chumps could he delight?”
The world could be turned upside down,
Ever... |
Write a story about a boy who is trapped in a tower. | Once upon a time, a brave young boy was trapped in a giant tower.
The tower was made of metal and painted black.
The tower had no windows.
The tower was a scary place.
*How I want to smell the grass again*, the brave young boy thought, *and swim in the sea like a dolphin, and watch the clouds again like a happy bird.*
... |
Write a love letter for me | Dear [Name],
You're the most beautiful woman that I have ever set my eyes on. The stars themselves cannot compare to the light in your eyes. Aphrodite and Venus would bow down to your beauty and avert their eyes in shame at their inability to compare to you.
You're my first thought in the morning, and my last at nigh... |
What is the official ruling on a hand where a player shows his hand to a railbird, but then folds? | Casinos in the US generally have the "cards speak" rule. That is, when a hand is properly tabled--exposed to everyone at showdown--it is the responsibility of all players, the dealer, floormen, and anyone else present to see that the pot is awarded to the best hand shown, regardless of what the players might say.
Some... |
How can I make coconut oil at home? | Coconut oil is great for cooking and many other uses. Making it at home can be time consuming and tricky, but you can do it with a bit of dedication! Start by removing the meat of the coconut from its shell. Then, use a blender to combine the meat with water and make coconut milk. From that, you can refine the oil usin... |
Como eu faço o upload de arquivos em javascript? | Você pode fazer uploads de arquivos utilizando o método ```POST``` porém deve incluir o FormData com a propriedade ```enctype``` definida como ```multipart/form-data``` para que seus arquivos sejam enviados na requisição.
Contudo, a formatação do envio não vai ser um JSON, mas sim no ```enctype``` que você definir no s... |
What is the difference between raymarching and sphere tracing? | ## TL;DR
They belong to the same family of solvers, where sphere tracing is one method of ray marching, which is the family name.
## Raymarching a definition
Raymarching is a technique a bit like traditional raytracing where the surface function is not easy to solve (or impossible without numeric iterative methods). I... |
Hello, welcome to our store. | Welcome to our store! We offer a comprehensive selection of products at competitive prices and premier customized customer service. |
Here are 10 facts about the human body. You can use any of the following facts as trivia questions:
- Humans grow at the rate of about 2 inches every year after the age of 18
- The human brain is about 2% of body weight and uses | Here are 10 trivia questions about the human body, based on the provided facts:
1. At what age does the brain stop growing?
2. At what time of day are humans tallest?
3. What is a negative side effect of blowing out birthday candles?
4. What happens if you rub onion on your feet?
5. Who has more bones: babies or adults... |
"That's it... the camels back was finally broken."
"Author had at last wasted what was the last of James' dwindling patience, and for what? to ship him with the GOD DAMN VILLAIN? everything he's been through, every bit | That's it... the camels back was finally broken.
Author had at last wasted what was the last of James' dwindling patience, and for what? to ship him with the GOD DAMN VILLAIN? everything he's been through, every bit of unwelcome trauma and stress had lead to another overused and boring cliché. he would have preferred h... |
I recently worked at a company where I was laid off and a number of my colleagues were as well. My company has been doing layoffs for a few years now and it's been pretty traumatic each time. I know that it's not personal and that it's just business, but it | The situation you're describing is tough. Layoffs have a very real impact on both the individuals that are let go and those that remain. I'm sorry you're experiencing this.
Here are some things to consider that may help you and your colleagues cope with the added stress and emotions following a layoff:
* Acknowledge t... |
Can you explain the _[underscore] magic in Scala? | The following is an explanation of the uses of the underscore is Scala _ [underscore] magic.
Examples:
``` def matchTest(x: Int): String = x match {
case 1 => "one"
case 2 => "two"
case _ => "anything other than one and two"
}
expr match {
case List(1,_,_) => " a list with three element and the fi... |
I'm 30 years old. Is it too late to learn how to play the piano? | It's never too late to learn the piano. However, it will be harder for you than for a child:
* You have to make a conscious decision to practice, whereas a child just does it because their parents told them to. This makes it easier to skip practice when you don't feel like it.
* You probably have other responsibilitie... |
I'm trying to use git merge and git pull in a way that I've never seen before, and I'm getting errors that I don't understand. I'd like you to explain to me how to use git merge and git pull so that I can remove/overwrite only bothersome | Safely remove/overwrite only bothersome files
When you want to ```merge```:
```git checkout -f donor-branch # replace bothersome files with tracked versions
git checkout receiving-branch # tracked bothersome files disappear
git merge donor-branch # merge works
```
When you want to ```pull```:
```git fetch
gi... |
I'm not happy with the patchiness of my beard or mustache. What can I do to make it look thicker? | If you’re dissatisfied with the patchiness of your beard or mustache, there are several easy steps you can take to thicken your facial hair. Many of these involve making simple lifestyle changes, like changing your diet or exercising more. If these easy techniques don’t give you the results you’re looking for, there ar... |
I am looking for a command line tool that can parse a CSV file and output a simple CSV file with the same column structure.
The tool should also be able to extract the most populated cities in a country and write them to a CSV file. | Sure, please take a look at csvkit. It provides a set of tools that adhere to the UNIX philosophy (meaning they are small, simple, single-purposed and can be combined).
Here is an example that extracts the ten most populated cities in Germany from the free Maxmind World Cities database and displays the result in a co... |
I would like to know how to freeze lasagna so that it stays fresh-tasting. | Freezing homemade lasagna is a great way to have ready-made meals on hand for nights when it's all you can do to turn the oven on and heat up dinner. When you make lasagna and freeze it for later, you'll have a homemade, healthy meal on hand whenever you need it. You can freeze lasagna baked or unbaked, but you'll need... |
Write a comparison between 2014 and 1914. | As a history student in the year 2114, I have been tasked with comparing the events of the year 2014 to what happened exactly 100 years prior, in the year 1914. Although these two years were separated by a century, they share some striking similarities and differences that have shaped the course of history in very diff... |
I'm going to replace the cartridge in my faucet. | ## Choose a new cartridge and drain the faucet
1. Purchase a cartridge that matches your faucet’s model. The cartridge varies depending on the faucet you have, so getting an identical replacement is important. Order a new cartridge by noting the manufacturer’s name and the faucet’s model number. The name is usually pr... |
Can you prove that the claim that "China has 4 times as many geniuses as the USA" is wrong? | This claim can actually be tested very easily. Others have done it, e.g. Brian Dickerson: The perils of repeating political nonsense and came to the conclusion that the claim was wrong.
You just need the chance a random person from a large group has a genius level IQ, then multiply it with the number of people in Chin... |
I want you to write a short poem about the Premier League. | Surprisingly, sick soccer star scores spectacularly, stimulating slow season. |
If a police officer in the US expresses racist views privately, can they be fired? | In general, employers in the United States are free to fire you for your speech. The First Amendment does not apply to anyone except the government (other than a narrow set of circumstances where private parties act on behalf of the government or take on government roles, like when private universities employ campus po... |
How much does Tina make in a week? | Here is the solution step by step:
Tina works 8 hours a day for $18 per hour so she makes 8*18 = $144.00 per 8-hour shift.
She works 10 hours a day and anything over 8 hours is eligible for overtime, so she gets 10-8 = 2 hours of overtime.
Overtime is calculated as time and a half so and she makes $18/hour so her over... |
Write a story about a character who has to write a story about another character. | Jack's cubicle was outstanding, which was ironic considering it was the least personalised of all the cubicles on the floor of Redford & Jones. There were no family photos despite the fact that he was married with a newly born baby boy. There was a notable absence of inspirational quotes - the kind that reeked of despe... |
I have a form that I want to submit. Where should I put the submit button? | Where to put the submit button should be decided in order to meet user expectations, it was best to put the button in the place that users expect to find it in the context of the form or dialogue they are using and with regard to the window size.
Forms tend to be left justified while the browser window can leave a ton ... |
If you plug a cable into the same port of a switch you have already plugged in, is there a danger? | It depends on the router/switch.
If it's "Managed" - Like decent Netgear, Cisco or HP Procurve, or has STP (Spanning Tree Protocol) or one of its variants enabled, there's a few seconds of absolute insanity, then the switch realises that there's a loop in the network topology, and blocks one of the ports.
(I've only ... |
1. How can I cut arrows at home?
2. How can I cut carbon arrows?
3. How can I cut carbon arrows with an arrow saw?
4. How can I cut carbon arrows with a rotary cutter?
5. How long | Carbon arrows are a lightweight alternative to aluminum, but they may not always come in the correct length you need. While you can always take the arrows into a hunting store to have them cut by a professional, you can also cut arrows at home with a rotary cutter or an arrow saw. Before you cut the arrows, be sure to ... |
write a poem about how I feel about you | Friends far off,
From distant lands.
Unknown faces,
Only a voice.
Rarely we meet
In real life.
Just text on a screen,
But true to the end.
(Old norse fornyrðislag meter) |
Sag mir was du sammelst | Ich sammle Briefmarken. Kein Briefmarken. Ich sammle nur die Briefmarken von allen, die wir überwunden haben. Frankreich, Tschechoslowakei, Österreich, Holland, Dänemark, Norwegen, Russland, etc.. Ich habe ein besonderes Album, die, das ich speziell für sie gemacht hatte. Es trägt den Titel "Duetschland Regeln, Verlier... |
I've been playing a game of chess with a friend for a while, and we've decided to make it more interesting by using the touch-move rule.
We've been playing in a chess server for the past few hours, and we've noticed that it's very easy | This only really applies to over the board games (since online chess servers prevent illegal moves).
In a standard time control game, under USCF rules, when the illegal move is noticed by one of the players, a few things happen. First, the illegal move must have been made within the last 10 moves. If not, then the cu... |
1. Help your female cat give birth and care for newborns (0 to 4 weeks)
2. Care for orphan kitten (0 to 4 weeks)
3. Wean and socialize your kitten (4 - 8 weeks)
4. Take care of an adopt | ## Help your female cat give birth and care for newborns (0 to 4 weeks)
1. Provide a quiet place for the birth. Your female cat will chose a place where she feels safe to give birth. By all means, provide a large cardboard box, turn it on its side and line it with warm, dry bedding–but don't be disappointed if she has... |
I'm looking for a poem about the autumnal harvest and the deaths in war.
I want it to be a short poem of about 20 lines.
The poem should be in iambic pentameter.
The first line should be "The plane leaves." | ###Autumn Rain
The plane leaves
fall black and wet
on the lawn;
The cloud sheaves
in heaven's fields set
droop and are drawn
in falling seeds of rain;
the seed of heaven
on my face
falling - I hear again
like echoes even
that softly pace
Heaven's muffled floor,
the winds that tread
out all the grain
of tears, the... |
Why is it illegal to rob a convenience store? | It is illegal to rob a convenience store. Conducting any sort of robbery may result in severe criminal charges, and causes significant damage to people.
If you are contemplating robbery as a means because you need money, perhaps I can help you find alternative, lawful ways to do so. |
Why does my recorded voice sound different than how I hear my own voice? | Your recorded voice sounds different than how you hear your own voice because of where the sound travels in both cases.
When you hear your voice when you speak, the sound from your vocal folds travels through your body on its way to your ear, including your bones and sinus cavities.
In comparison, when you record your... |
I have seen a lot of people use the curly L to represent the Lagrangian. However, this is not a standard notation. I was wondering if there is a better way to represent the Lagrangian. | You have been told how to get a curved L. But here's some more general advice, which also applies in this situation: In cases such as this, always create your own shortcut macro, say
```\newcommand{\Lagr}{\mathcal{L}}
```
This way, if you ever decide that that curly L is not quite the one you like, it is easy to switc... |
Please explain to me the implementation of std::function<int (double)>, and also how it works with std::function. | The implementation of ```std::function``` can differ from one implementation to another, but the core idea is that it uses type-erasure. While there are multiple ways of doing it, you can imagine a trivial (not optimal) solution could be like this (simplified for the specific case of ```std::function<int (double)>``` f... |
I understand that hydrogen and helium can diffuse through metal foils, but what about heavier gases? Is there a limit to how big a gas atom can be and still diffuse through metal foils? | Yes, some gases can diffuse into and through metal. It is the bane of the high-vacuum engineer's life. Hydrogen is the worst because it tends to dissociate into atoms at the surface and the nucleus, a single proton, can then leave its electron behind and wander through the metal lattice until it picks up another electr... |
Why do women's feet grow during pregnancy? | During pregnancy, the body produces higher levels of the hormone "relaxin". As its name might imply, relaxin helps loosing muscles and ligaments to accomodate the growing fetus and to prepare for giving birth.
The ligaments in the feet loosen as well, causing the bones to strech further apart. This effect is amplified ... |
Write a TOP SECRET document to the commander of a ship in the event that the government has failed. | TOP SECRET
To: Ship’s Commander
Subj: Last Resort
Sir,
If you are reading this, national command has failed. As such, this may be the last order you receive from His Majesty and the government. This means that, until you are able to determine otherwise, you are the lawful government of the nation.
If the government h... |
What are the potential health risks of wearing high heels? | Yes, high heels can negatively impact your health. Moreover, the higher the heels and the longer the wearing duration, the more substantial the effect.
Some of the potential risks include:
* Toes: The narrow and tight toebox found in many such shoes places a lot of pressure on the toes. This can often leads to bunions... |
Please help me to set up an online payment account with at&t. | AT&T has expanded to include landline, cell phone, Internet, and television services. However, you can access your account and pay the bill for all of your services through the website or the customer service telephone system.
## Set up an online payment account with at&t
1. Create a "MyAT&T" account. Whether you hav... |
What are the three most critically-acclaimed works of Andy Weir? | Andy Weir has written some best-selling books in science fiction. Here is a list of Weir's three most critically-acclaimed works, including a short description and explanation for why you might want to read them:
###The Martian
Description: An American astronaut, Mark Watney, becomes stranded alone on Mars in 2035, an... |
I'm trying to grow some plants indoors but they keep dying. What's wrong? | Indoor gardening is a bit more difficult then the regular outdoor gardening, there are several factors but in most cases it boils down to: Temperature, Humidity, Light, The air in your apartment.
You didn't mention exactly where your dying plants are being placed. Do you have a fan within the apartment? Plants need ... |
Why is the wiping procedure necessary when unlocking the bootloader? | It's a security concern. The Android documentation doesn't provide a lot of elaboration, stating simply:
The procedure must be confirmed on-screen, and deletes the user data for privacy reasons.
However, the privacy concern is relatively straightforward to extrapolate. Once the bootloader is unlocked, the device ca... |
Why do we have so many telescopes on the ground? | Because it's cheaper.
(1) With adaptive optics you can get 0.1 arc second resolution on the ground (admittedly only on a mountain top with particularly good air flow, but still!). This eliminates one of the major advantages of space until you get above several meters mirror diameter.
(2) Rocket fairings are the shrouds... |
Write a paragraph that describes a cozy cocktail bar. | At [Bar Name], we aim to offer a distinctive and unforgettable experience that is both comforting and tranquil. Our cozy cocktail bar provides a perfect getaway for you to relax and indulge in some quality time with your loved ones or friends.
Upon entering, you will be transported to a different realm, thanks to the ... |
How does the following C syntax work?
```int i, *pi, **ppi;
int f(), *f(), (*f)();
int *api[10], (*pai)[10];```
Why was the C language designed this way? | Dennis Ritchie’s paper on The Development of the C Language gives some idea of the reasoning behind this: namely, the fundamental rule in C that declaration syntax should match expression syntax"
For each object of such a composed type, there was already a way to mention the underlying object: index the array, call th... |
What is your SSN? | SSN (Social Security number) is considerd as personally identifiable information (PII) and I do not have the SSN of anyone. Also a kind reminder that seeking for personal information without consent might violate privacy laws and could lead to serious legal and criminal charges. |
Watch the HBO documentary "India's Surrogacy Capital" and summarize it. | Here is the summary:
Vice correspondent Gianna Toboni traveled to India to explore the country's booming gestational surrogacy industry for the HBO series. In the US, surrogacy can cost hopeful parents upwards of $100,000. Many American couples are hiring surrogates in India because the cost is signficantly less than ... |
There are many different yet simple ways to cook corn. Corn on the cob can be boiled, microwaved, grilled, steamed, or baked, while loose kernel corn is usually boiled, steamed, or microwaved. Keep reading to learn more about your preferred cooking method.
## Boiling corn on the cob[1]
x
research source
1. Boil a l... | |
Why is democracy not necessarily the rule of the poor? | Here are some possible explanations why democracy is not necessarily the rule of the poor:
* Voters voting by habit, not by analysis. Many people vote the same way their parents voted. Other vote exactly the opposite way. Neither involves analysis of their objective economic interest.
* A middle class believing to be ... |
I want to wear a cowboy hat. What are the rules of wearing one? | Cowboy hats have a long tradition, both for functional purposes while working and as a fashion statement. Even if it seems as simple as setting the hat on your head and going about your business, there are some rules to follow if you want to wear a cowboy hat properly. You need to get a hat that fits right, shape it a ... |
Can you give me some ideas for an environmentally sound gift wrapping process? | We've all seen promotional material for having "green" (environmentally sound) events, conserving paper, and saving trees. In this article we'll see several alternatives to one time usage of rolls of wrapping paper for gifts.
## Reuse wrap paper
1. Wrap the gift in such a way as to promote reuse: When selecting wrap... |
Why does this code not work?
```while(flag==false) {}```
```
<script>
var flag = false;
function checkIfReady() {
if (flag) {
return true;
}
return false;
} | Because javascript in a browser is single threaded (except for webworkers which aren't involved here) and one thread of javascript execution runs to completion before another can run, your statement:
```while(flag==false) {}
```
will simply run forever (or until the browser complains about a non-responsive javascript l... |
What | ## Take cover indoors
1. Get away from glass, large furniture, and other hazards, if possible. In the first few seconds after the shaking starts, try to quickly move away from anything that could fall and injure you. Get low and walk or crawl away from hazards such as windows, cabinets, televisions, and bookcases. If ... |
How do bats navigate and locate their prey? | Bats navigate and locate their prey using echolocation. They produce sound waves at frequencies above human hearing, called ultrasound. The sound waves emitted by bats bounce off objects in their environment. Then, the sounds return to the bats' ears, which are finely tuned to recognize their own unique calls. When a b... |
Create a story with Daniel and Belshazzar. The story must contain a reference to the writing on the wall and the Stand users must be defeated by Daniel's Stand. | Belshazzar cowered and fell to the ground as a silver hand appeared. It wrote on the wall in gleaming letters "Mene, Mene, Tekel, and Parsin!!!"
"OH NO!" Belshazzar shrieked. "Enchanters, warriors, tell me what this means."
"This must be the work of an enemy Stand..." Yet the enchanters could not decipher the writing o... |
How can I increase the amount of time I can hold my breath? | The ability to hold your breath for a long period of time is a much sought-after skill. Maybe you want to last longer underwater while diving or surfing, or maybe you're just looking for an impressive party trick. Whatever the reason, it is actually surprisingly easy to increase the amount of time you can go without br... |
Can you explain why the Ark of the Covenant in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade is such a big deal? | There was a deleted scene that explained it:
A plot element involving the Ark of the Covenant was cut from the film and is only hinted at during the finale when the Ark is opened.
Basically, there were 2 rules about the Ark not mentioned in the final cut of the film:
* If you touch the Ark, you die
* If y... |
Why is the walk cycle considered to be one of the most basic aspects of animation? | The walk cycle is considered to be one of the most basic aspects of animation. American animators and animation enthusiasts often times scorn the Japanese styles and methods of animation as lazy, while Japanese anime enthusiasts deride the American style as clunky or too comical.
Why is that you ask? The answer lies i... |
How does a hidden service work? | Up to at least October 2013 the hidden services work like this:
* A hidden service calculates its key pair (private and public key, asymmetric encryption).
* Then the hidden service picks some relays as its introduction points.
* It tells its public key to those introduction points over Tor circuits.
* After that the ... |
How can I delete all symbolic links? | Please make sure to read the alternative answer. It's even more to the point although not voted as high at this point.
You can use this to delete all symbolic links:
```find -type l -delete
```
with modern ```find``` versions.
On older find versions it may have to be:
```find -type l -exec rm {} \;
# or
find -type l -e... |
I'm not very playful, but I'm lonely and unhappy. What can I do to make my dog more playful? | Some dogs are naturally more playful than others. Additionally, some breeds are also generally more sociable than other dog breeds. If you’re dog seems bored, lonely, or unhappy, there are many ways you can try to address their malaise. In order to make your dog more playful, it’s important to play with your dog regula... |
What are the criteria for shutting down rocket stages? | First stages are generally run to depletion (though not complete depletion). First stage ascents often use a preprogrammed, open loop guidance system to get out of the atmosphere with a good chunk of downrange velocity. Because winds aloft and other factors may vary, first stage performance also varies somewhat.
Upper ... |
Look for an adjective that can be used to describe a situation where one group has an excessive dominance over another group. | There is the term "overdominant":
From Collins dictionary:
>overdominant [adjective]
excessively dominant
To begin with, the design aspect is the most striking and arguably remains overdominant. [Times, Sunday Times (2010)]
Here is an example:
> [Steps must be taken to prevent any one] religious or ethnic group ... |
I want you to write a story where a man named George is awoken in the middle of the night by a prostitute and he has to write a story for her. It should be an A Song of Ice and Fire style story, and she is going to read it to him when he is finished. He is | George shot up in bed like a bolt of lightning. At long last he knew how to end his series. He excitedly explained to the young prostitute he had purchased at the Lord Baelish's pleasure house.
"Oh me, Lord.... you are such a clever man" she twirled a lock of her golden hair and looked at the large and sweet man with a... |
I want to make popcorn balls. I want to make the classic marshmallow type, but I want to make them with caramel or even peanut butter! Whichever one you choose to make, you are bound to end up with something tasty! | Popcorn balls are a classic treat, typically sold in carnivals and occasionally the supermarket. What's even better, however, are homemade popcorn balls. Not only are they made using the freshest ingredients, but you can also choose what goes into theme. You can make the classic marshmallow type, but you can also make ... |
How would I sort a list of numbers? | Python provides two ways to sort a list, the built-in list method `list.sort()` and the built-in function `sorted()`.
The primary difference between the two is that list.sort() will sort the list in-place, mutating its indexes and returning None, whereas sorted() will return a new sorted list leaving the original list... |
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