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This dichotomy reminds me of scones/biscuits. Here in Australia (and UK/NZ), scones are dainty things associated with middle-aged women and afternoon tea. In the US south, biscuits (same thing) are manly things to eat with a hearty breakfast.



> scones are dainty things associated with middle-aged women

Nothing dainty about what happens when you put scones, cream, and jam in front of a bunch of kids.




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