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Re:Ask vs. Guess Culture by gardenhedge on Saturday August 19, 2023 @09:45AM (#37188729)
Even if you someone was polyamorous, the question is still offensive as it implies ownership and authority.
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Re:Ask vs. Guess Culture by smeej on Monday August 21, 2023 @11:15AM (#37210672)
I think the "with you" is implied: "Is it OK with you..."

I can't imagine a context in which someone would bother asking me for permission to rape my partner.

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