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could you explain for me that what it means by 'just to set the table'. thank you.
Let's start with this Colonial Pipeline. Just to set the table, what is the significance of this one pipeline when it comes to fuel supply here in the U.S.?
could you explain for me that what it means by 'just to set the table'. thank you.
Let's start with this Colonial Pipeline. Just to set the table, what is the significance of this one pipeline when it comes to fuel supply here in the U.S.?
Let's start with this Colonial Pipeline. Just to set the table, what is the significance of this one pipeline when it comes to fuel supply here in the U.S.?
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'set the table' is a metaphor. It means clearly stating the background of a topic so everyone understands the basis for the discussion.
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"just for the sake of giving everybody some basic knowledge so that we can have a meaningful discussion"
The speaker is using a meal as a metaphor for the discussion.
Before people eat, you need to set the table (put plates and silverware out for people to use).
Likewise, before people start discussing the pipeline, the speaker wants to make its significance clear.
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