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Words, phrases, and acronyms specific to the study of linguistics.

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Is there a term for "if" statements not intended as conditions, like "if you want"

I might say, "There is food in the fridge, if you want, Fred." I do not mean that food in the fridge will only exist if Fred wants it to exist. I mean, "There is food in the fridge, [which I mention s …
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