I think your math needs a second look. 25 knots is roughly 29 mph.


You're right. So, my point is even more poignant.

The Veridican

Main Entry: poi·gnant
Pronunciation: 'poi-ny&nt sometimes 'poi(g)-n&nt
Function: adjective
Etymology: Middle English poinaunt, from Middle French poignant, present
participle of poindre to prick, sting, from Latin pungere —more at PUNGENT
Date: 14th century
1 : pungently pervasive a poignant perfume
2 a (1) : painfully affecting the feelings : PIERCING (2) : deeply affecting :
TOUCHING b : designed to make an impression : CUTTING poignant satire
3 a : pleasurably stimulating b : being to the point : APT
synonym see PUNGENT, MOVING
- poi·gnant·ly adverb

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