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[–] 2 points 8 months ago (2 children)

The correct way of saying the phrase actually makes less sense logically. You're telling me I can use this car to julien fries? Do my laundry? Perform open heart surgery? That's what it would mean if it was for all intents and purposes.

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  • [–] 11 points 8 months ago

    To my mind, you reversed the subject of the phrase. It’s not a car with which to do or be whatever. It’s that regardless of whatever may be needed or intended, this IS in fact a car. I’m not saying that makes awhole lot more sense though πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ.

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  • [–] 7 points 8 months ago* (1 child)

    The wrong way isn't any better.

    for all intensive purposes

    What about my calm and gentle purposes?

    Can I not go for a light cruise?

    Am I to be denied the experience of a succulent Chinese meal relaxing journey by car?

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