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Comment by SapporoChris

3 days ago

There is absolutely no issue with using obscure abbreviations or acronyms as long as it is defined in the first use.

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jhbadger  2 days ago

In scientific papers (where acronyms are common) this is definitely the rule.

nervysnail  2 days ago

IA (I agree).

  • Imustaskforhelp  2 days ago

    IAOTM (I approve of this message)

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