I didn't even know that kind of thing had a name, let alone its a persuasive technique! Many people fall for it, I should know. In reply to dexkaden; often I've remarked by agreeing with whoever's been hassling me at the time. Usually leaves the hassler with a less than stifactory result!
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I was sad when I found that she left
But then I found
That I could speak to her,
In a way
And sadness turned to comfort
We all go there