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> People that know how to control risk don't have this problem, or use those terms.

I am aware of this and I agree that my example is a simplistic one. But it is what seems to be on the mind of most option traders.

> Your risk issue is shortselling an options contract. Not shortselling a stock, which would be the actual opposite of your buying example

You mean this right? https://www.investopedia.com/articles/trading/092613/differe...

Agreed, I think I got that mixed up. Yes, if you're covered for your put option then your liability is limited