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African, obviously. European swallows are too small. Then on the other hand … African swallows are non-migratory.Ibix said:
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
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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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Blue! No! Yellow... Aarrgghh!!fresh_42 said:
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Proof of global warming. Questions?
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Ash tray from when they used to allow smoking in restaurants.WWGD said:
Unfortunately, I remember seeing those.
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Ah, Jeez, I REALLY didn't plan on going for a cross-country run today.
Then those damned game wardens just came out of nowhere.
Then those damned game wardens just came out of nowhere.
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I tried to impress a girl by putting my foot down on the pedal.
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But she already knew how to open the bin lid.
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Always important to ask - you know what they say about assumptions.WWGD said:
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Yes, so spread the word!Ibix said:
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