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Sense of "Mu"

Definition:

Mu is a concept borrowed from Zen Buddhism and refers to a "negative" or "unaskable" answer to a question that is based on a false premise or is inherently contradictory.

Examples:

Noun: The monk simply replied, "mu," when asked whether he preferred tea or coffee.

Verb: I mu any questions that assume I have a favorite color, as I appreciate the beauty in all shades.

Adjective: The mu response from the teacher left the student puzzled and searching for a different approach.

Adverb: She shook her head mu and walked away without saying a word.

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