No, I have not. There are plenty of situations in which something can be called a predictable consequence, and where doing so is useful.

> Why are you choosing this semantic hill to fortify? What value does it bring?

It brings the value of clear communication, and respect for the English language. I believe strongly that words should have a coherent meaning.

In English?

I think we've found the core philosophical disagreement that makes it unlikely we will see eye-to-eye.

You are quite clearly understanding everything that I'm saying[1], but I'll bite.

What sequence of characters would be 'the proper English' that I should use to describe the scenarios that I've presented in a parent post?

Be sure to be clear, unambiguous, and concise.

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[1] s/saying/writing/g