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[from 'Truthmakers and Converse Barcan Formula' by Timothy Williamson, in 7. Existence / D. Theories of Reality / 8. Facts / a. Facts ]

Full Idea

If one uses 'fact' as a noun, the question arises why one cannot name the fact that dogs bark 'Mary'.

Gist of Idea

If 'fact' is a noun, can we name the fact that dogs bark 'Mary'?

Source

Timothy Williamson (Truthmakers and Converse Barcan Formula [1999], §2 n10)

Book Reference

-: 'Dialectica' [-], p.262


A Reaction

What an intriguing thought! Must all nouns pass this test? 'The courage of the regiment was called Alfred'?