[blml] concession

[David Burn]

[SP]

"To the effect that" is a perfectly well defined clause meaning that the
exact words used are immaterial, what is important is the meaning that has
been expressed.

[DALB]

"All crows are black."
"Prove it."
"You are wearing a brown jacket and black shoes."
"What kind of proof is that?"
"It is a statement to the effect that all crows are black."

David Burn
London, England