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Italy v. America - "Sea air"

2/2/2017

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When an American talks about "sea air," they are using a descriptive term that indicates the air by the shore of a sea or an ocean, characterised by its salty smell and humidity.

When an Italian says "sea air," they are using a precise medical term, referring to a specific cure for sinusitis, rhinitis, and persistent cough.

​Medicine costs less over here.
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