It is at this point that normal language gives up, and goes and has a drink.

“And gears," said Anathema. "My bike didn't have gears. I'm sure my bike didn't …”

“Gravity is a habit that is hard to shake off.”

“Real children do not go hoppity skip unless they are on drugs.”

“Aguardaba con paciencia hasta que la manada de Criaturas pasaba de largo, devor…”