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the\ tool
Hammer, esp. when used to destroy an item that has not responded to reasonable requests to repair itself; usually requiring the use of The Tool, Part II (i.e. credit card) to replace said item. (See also barbarian method)

We knew to put on safety goggles when Dad went to go get The Tool. Later, mother had to use The Tool, Part II, to buy us new bicycles.


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