Intentionally pretending they don't understand what you mean. You use a metaphor and they pretend they have never heard of such a concept. They don't understand common expressions and turns of phrase. Don't even try sarcasm or a joke-y comment, they will have this sudden onset autism.
The thing is, in my experience, it is generally leftists who partake in the practice.
Every “debate” I’ve seen someone have with a leftist consists of constant bad faith questions and asking for a sOuRcE for what is common knowledge.
Intentionally pretending they don't understand what you mean. You use a metaphor and they pretend they have never heard of such a concept. They don't understand common expressions and turns of phrase. Don't even try sarcasm or a joke-y comment, they will have this sudden onset autism.