Brits will get a kick out of this

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The discussion centers around the humorous implications of the gym name "Spunk Fitness" and its reception in different English-speaking cultures, particularly between Americans and Brits. Participants highlight the dual meanings of the word "spunk" in slang, noting its potential comedic value and the cultural differences in humor. The gym's poor reviews on Yelp further contribute to the conversation, with members sharing their reactions and interpretations of the name. The discussion also touches on the Canadian perspective, which blends elements from both British and American English.

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You know how a word can mean two different things in America and Great Britain?

Would any of you Brits go to a gym called [noparse]http://www.spunkfitness.com/[/noparse][/U] ?

(Disclaimer: I am not advertising or endorsing this gym. It gets terrible reviews on Yelp, I'm just pointing out the humorous name)
 
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I've heard Americans use that word in a slang way too.
 
If I was trying to get my wife pregnant I might try it, the exercise routines should be interesting.
 
oh dear..
 
We Canucks are about half-way between UK and US in our language and our taste in humour. While the link doesn't work for me, I just about snorted my Scotch when I read the title of it. I can only assume that it's a gay establishment.
 
This link is not a link, so it is not working.
 
Ah... well, then, that explains it.edit: I just thought of a very disturbing new take on a classic Mary Tyler Moore Show episode...
 
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