Literally, “to make the curious talk”—the French’s notorious explain-all reason given to account for why things are the way they are, without really explaining anything. Often used as a snappish comeback to questions posed by inquisitive children who just won’t shut up. Generally emphasized with a shrug and at least one contemptuously raised eyebrow.

7.27.2005

take it like a man


This week Chicago developer Christopher Carley unveiled his plan to build the nation’s tallest building near Navy Pier. The building (designed by famous architect Santiago Calatrava) would top the Sears tower by 8 feet and stand almost 100 feet taller than Donald Trump’s new skyscraper, which is currently under construction. When asked for comment on the size difference between his tower and the newly proposed one, Trump retorted, “nobody is going to want to live in a building that's a target.”

I know that real estate is a cutthroat business and all, but c’mon—that was below the belt. Bad form, old boy.

1 Comments:

Anonymous Anonymous said...

It actually looks more like a great big birthday candle.

happy birthday navy pier!

8:58 PM

 

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