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Scott Evil

I just think, like, he hates me. I really think he wants to kill me.

— Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery  ·  1997

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What it means

Our interpretation.

The speaker moves from suspecting hatred to fearing an intention to kill. Hesitant phrases such as 'I just think' sit beside the alarming claim, creating a contrast between casual wording and serious fear. Repeating 'I think' keeps the statement within the speaker's uncertain perception.

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