I agree completely. Partly the reason why I had to enclose it in quotes. Lots of folks are over-using the concept in places where they shouldn't, thus just making simple things complicated. I would use the exact same words you did, "in hopes of appearing smarter or better". You nailed it!
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I agree completely. Partly the reason why I had to enclose it in quotes. Lots of folks are over-using the concept in places where they shouldn't, thus just making simple things complicated. I would use the exact same words you did, "in hopes of appearing smarter or better". You nailed it!