Which statement contains a hedge?
A)"Well, we could go to the movies."
B)"I would sort of like to go to the movies."
C)"Going to the movies wouldn't be a bad idea, would it?"
D)"My heart's not set on it, but we could go to the movie."

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Hedging is a way of making a statement less direct or less committal. In option B, "I would sort of like to go to the movies," the phrase "sort of" serves as a hedge, indicating uncertainty or lack of commitment.

Which Statement Contains a Hedge