In this article, we look at some aspects of polysemy which derive from the power of meaning potential. More specifically, we focus on aspects linked to the operation of conceptual blending, a major cognitive resource for creativity in many of its manifestations

An investigation of the way in which the basic mental operation of conceptual integration (quot;blendingquot;) is central to grammar.This is an expanded web version of Fauconnier and Turner, 1996 (quot;Blending as a Central Process of Grammar.quot; in lt;igt;Conceptual Structure, Discourse, and...

A reconsideration of the standard questions concerning literal and nonliteral language and thought, from the point of view of conceptual integration theory. The study of figure has been sidetracked from basic conceptual issues since the Greeks, with the surprising and humbling result that the...

This paper presents evidence that property tax limits have detrimental effects on state and local revenues during recessions. Property tax limits cause states to rely on income-elastic revenue sources, such as the income tax or charges and fees. Greater reliance on these revenue sources results...

How should judges interpret statutes? Like many others, we begin with the premise that statutory interpretation is a quest by judges to use the best available theory and information to determine “what statutes mean.” When seen in this light, two attributes of statutes merit attention. ·...

We argue that two problems weaken the claims of those who link corruption and the exploitation of natural resources. The first is conceptual. Studies that use national level indicators of corruption fail to note that corruption comes in many forms, at multiple levels, and may or may not affect...