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When do question tags indicate irritation? Mon Jul 11, 2005 19:16 pm  When do question tags indicate irritation?
 

Hello All,

About the question
Sarah: 'I've torn up your homework essay!'
Paul: 'That's nice, isn't it?'

Could the answer be 'You have, have you ?'
Confused
Thanks in advance

TBDL
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Tag Mon Jul 11, 2005 19:19 pm  Tag
 

Yes, you can say that but in that case it's matter of fact and shows no irritation. The other one That's nice .... indicates irritation and sarcasm.
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