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How do you use the word hate in a positive sentence?

You can't really use "hate" in a positive sentence in the traditional sense. It's a word that expresses strong negative emotion.

However, you can use it in a figurative or ironic way to convey a strong liking or appreciation:

* "I hate it when someone brings me flowers." (Meaning: "I love it when someone brings me flowers.")

* "I hate that I'm so addicted to this show!" (Meaning: "I love this show so much that I can't stop watching it.")

* "I hate how good this pizza is!" (Meaning: "This pizza is so good, it's almost unbearable!")

These examples use "hate" sarcastically to emphasize the positive feeling.

It's important to note that using "hate" in this way might be misunderstood if the listener doesn't understand the irony. It's best to use it sparingly and with caution.

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