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Re:Soaring fertilizer prices could see millions more underno... by hotpotamus on Monday December 26, 2022 @01:04PM (#34140083)
What is the purpose of the growth of civilization?
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Re:Soaring fertilizer prices could see millions more underno... by ravenstine on Monday December 26, 2022 @06:57PM (#34143283)
Does it need a purpose?
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Re:Soaring fertilizer prices could see millions more underno... by hotpotamus on Monday December 26, 2022 @07:27PM (#34143452)
Well, if that purpose is consuming all available energy, then it seems you'll have a tautology on your hands. But otherwise, I don't know. I haven't really noticed one yet, but you seem to imply that it's a goal.
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