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Nono, you're thinking of circumcision. This is about a big meeting where furries celebrate their favorite animes or something
Nono, you’re thinking of a convention. This is about a psychological treatment that makes gay men like women.
No no, that's conversion therapy. This is about the use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an idea.
Nono, you’re thinking of circumlocution. This is about building a wall around a besieged city.
No no, you're thinking of circumvallation. This is about sailing a ship all around the Earth.
No no, that's circumnavigation. This is about the length of the perimeter around a circle
Nono, you’re thinking of circumference. This is about a semi-precious gemstone in the shape of a small, domesticated mustelid.
ETA: Maybe it's too hard. I am thinking of a ...
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zircon ferretnot carnelian? was so close
Really good. I wouldt have given full marks. Semi-precious gemstone isn't good enough. Too much reliance on the pronunciation. Good pun, though, I feel. Very groan.
Okay, now you have to tell me how you plan to circumcise locusts. Don't be ridiculous.
No no, you're thinking of circumvallation. This is about traveling around the entire globe by ship.
The other user's was better, so I'm hiding this one
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Nono, you're thinking of conversion therapy. This is about going to a priest to tell them about your sins