Collection of Lame Jokes

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around sharing and enjoying lame jokes, with participants contributing various humorous quips and puns. The discussion explores the nature of humor, particularly focusing on jokes that are intentionally corny or groan-inducing.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
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  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants share their favorite lame jokes, such as the classic "Why did the chicken cross the road?" and variations on animal-related humor.
  • Others express differing opinions on the quality of certain jokes, with some finding them hilarious while others consider them unfunny or "lame." For example, one participant finds a specific horse joke funny, while another insists it doesn't qualify as lame.
  • A few jokes incorporate wordplay and puns, such as the "frayed knot" joke and the "super calloused fragile mystic hexed by halitosis" joke, which elicit mixed reactions.
  • There are discussions about surreal humor, with some participants questioning the nature of certain jokes and their classification as humor, such as the "fish" response to a lightbulb question.
  • Participants also engage in playful banter about the quality of jokes and the nature of humor itself, with some joking about the reactions to their contributions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no clear consensus on what constitutes a "lame" joke, as participants express a range of opinions on the humor shared. Some jokes are appreciated by certain individuals while others find them lacking, indicating a diversity of taste in humor.

Contextual Notes

Some jokes rely on specific cultural references or wordplay that may not be universally understood, leading to varied interpretations among participants.

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As of the 12th of last month, this thread is old enough to drink*.

*May vary by jurisdiction.
 
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Ibix said:
As of the 12th of last month, this thread is old enough to drink* **.

*May vary by jurisdiction.
** ... and kind of alcohol.
 
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Ibix said:
As of the 12th of last month, this thread is old enough to drink*.
@Steve4Physics' #12,566 seems to be the last post on May 11th, making an average of about 1.9 posts per day over those 18 years. Awesome work, all contributors!
 
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phinds said:
IKEA bird's nest [...]
I hate IKEA. I hate them, I hate them, I hate them... ! :mad:

(Did I mention I hate them?)
 
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Can't remember if I posted this already but my daughter sent it to me, knowing that it describes just how I feel about my body:
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nsaspook said:
Q: How do you make a small fortune from investing in Bitcoin?
A: Start off by investing a large fortune in Bitcoin.
Reminds me of a casino-related quote. I don't know who said it.

Do you want to exit the casino with a small fortune? Enter with a large one.
 
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nuuskur said:
Reminds me of a casino-related quote. I don't know who said it.
“There is a very easy way to return from a casino with a small fortune: go there with a large one.” – Jack Yelton
 
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