student asking question

I know the word "shit" is bad one, but why is it used here? And when can I use this word in other situation?

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Native speaker’s answer

Rebecca

"Shit" here means "idea" (i.e. she wants someone to get the idea that they are only friends inside of their head). Native English speakers often use the word "shit" to simply refer to an object or idea in an assertive way. "Shit" is considered a swear word and some people are offended by it, so I recommend being careful using it. If you are unsure if you should use it, then don't use it.

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