What the scientist really means

Statement Really means
It has long been known... I haven't bothered to look up the reference.

It is thought that... I think so.

It is generally thought that... A couple of other people think so, too.

It is not unreasonable to assume... If you believe this, you'll believe anything.

Of great theoretical importance... I find it interesting.

Of great practical importance... I can get some good mileage out of it.

Typical results are shown. The best results are shown.

Three samples were chosen for further study. The others didn't make sense, so we ignored them.

The second sample was not used. I dropped it on the floor.

Results obtained with the second sample must be interpreted with caution. I dropped it on the floor but managed to scoop most of it up.

Correct within an order of magnitude. Incorrect.

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