Degree of intensity (scalding is more intensely hot than warm)
Cool: freezing (freezing is more intensely cold than cool)
It means to give credit to the author and source. It helps in an argument because when you're trying to prove a point, you have to have factual evidence that proves you're right.
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In Act 4, Scene 1 of Shakespeare's "Macbeth," the first apparition tells Macbeth to beware of Macduff, but the second says he does not have to kill him if he has no reason to fear him. Nevertheless, Macbeth resolves to seize the town of Fife, raid Macduff's castle and murder him as well as his wife, children and everyone in line of succession. As a result, Macbeth expects that will help him conquer his fear and sleep easily at night.
Mom looks at Sara's dirty room and says "You deserve a Grammy for your organization!"