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.

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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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Orodruin said:
… and the ones driving the vehicles…
I'm not sure I believe all these alligations.
 
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Do they have organ banks in the UK?
I know they have a Liverpool.
 
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WWGD said:
Do they have organ banks in the UK?
I know they have a Liverpool.
Hartlepool
Braintree
St Pancras Station

Historically, the UK had colonies.
 
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WWGD said:
Do they have organ banks in the UK?
I know they have a Liverpool.
Man phones a pizza restaurant and asks "Do you deliver?"

"No, we do pepperoni, we do Hawaiian, we do Four Seasons, but we don't do liver."

Based on a Peter Kay joke.
 
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DrGreg said:
I'm not sure I believe all these alligations.
There was a politician back in the 80s or 90s who responded to critics with, "I deny the allegations and cast aspersions on the alligators."

I can't seem to find it anywhere now.
 
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gmax137 said:
There was a politician back in the 80s or 90s who responded to critics with, "I deny the allegations and cast aspersions on the alligators."

I can't seem to find it anywhere now.
How about in river banks, canals? Be careful when/if you do. ;).
 
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DrGreg said:
Hartlepool
Braintree
St Pancras Station

Historically, the UK had colonies.
And the French now have colognes. Including Toilet Water ( Eau de Toilette).
 
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Not in the UK, but there's Colon, Panama.
 
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Tea(neck), NJ? Ply(mouth)?
 
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The latest scent-sation? :wideeyed:

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gmax137 said:
There was a politician back in the 80s or 90s who responded to critics with, "I deny the allegations and cast aspersions on the alligators."

I can't seem to find it anywhere now.
I believe you are referring to the inimitable Algonquin J. Calhoun, a lawyer on the "Amos n' Andy Show". I think the original quote was, "Your honor, not only does I resent the allegation, but I resents the alligator".
 
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sandy stone said:
I believe you are referring to the inimitable Algonquin J. Calhoun, a lawyer on the "Amos n' Andy Show". I think the original quote was, "Your honor, not only does I resent the allegation, but I resents the alligator".
Close.
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My uncle, at 80 years of age, still has amazing insights into people's personality. He's Jung at heart.
 
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What do you call a fish with no eyes?

Fsh.
 
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I found this dog that has no nose.
How does he smell?
Awful.
 
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I've actually had several runners at events with this issue... :smile:

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Many people don’t know what ”prefix” means, but it is not the end of the word.
 
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Orodruin said:
Many people don’t know what ”prefix” means, but it is not the end of the word.
Ive seen it used by restaurants and cafes: prefix lunch/dinner, rather than, IIRC, prix fixe.
 
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WWGD said:
Ive seen [prefix] used by restaurants and cafes: prefix lunch/dinner, rather than, IIRC, prix fixe.
That must make dessert a suffix.
 
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zoology/taxonomy quiz Q&A
Q: What is a difference between an alligator and a crocodile?
A: The alligator will see you later, but the crocodile, you'll see in a while.
 
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