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Submitted by Monique Gignac on February 6, 2024, at 9:45

It is interesting (and important for E-F translators) to note that the expression "my love" is not necessarily a term of endearment for Newfoundlanders, who may use it when speaking to strangers. For example, if someone asks a server a question in a restaurant, they may answer "Yes, my love" or "No, my love". In no way does this response indicate that the client is a family member or close friend of the server.
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