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Phrak
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gabbagabbahey said:
To whom. Her brother through marriage.
Or: How to Annoy People with Nerdy Comments
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Discussion Overview
The thread explores humorous, nerdy responses to everyday comments and situations, focusing on how scientific or technical language can be used in light-hearted banter. Participants share anecdotes and examples of witty remarks that blend humor with scientific concepts, showcasing a playful interaction with language and knowledge.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
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Main Points Raised
- Some participants share examples of humorous responses to mundane questions, such as relating the energy of a towel on the floor to its position.
- Others propose using scientific terms in everyday conversations, like referring to a heavy backpack in terms of mass and scales.
- A participant mentions the comedic effect of using "big" words in casual dialogue, suggesting that the definition of such words can vary based on the audience's understanding.
- Several anecdotes illustrate the reactions of friends and acquaintances to nerdy comments, highlighting the mix of confusion and amusement they can provoke.
- One participant recounts a humorous story involving an astronomer and a well, which raises questions about the plausibility of such scenarios.
- There are discussions about the timing of jokes and the varying degrees of understanding among listeners, with some participants enjoying delayed reactions to their humor.
- Some participants express uncertainty about the effectiveness of their jokes, noting that not everyone finds them funny.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree on the enjoyment of using nerdy humor in conversations, but there is no consensus on the effectiveness or reception of such humor among different audiences. The discussion remains open-ended regarding the best approaches to delivering these types of jokes.
Contextual Notes
Some humor relies on specific scientific knowledge or cultural references that may not be universally understood, leading to varying interpretations and reactions. The effectiveness of jokes may depend on the context and the audience's familiarity with the subject matter.
To whom. Her brother through marriage.
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Math Jeans
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"Do you think that I should cut the pie into squares?"
"Why would you do that? If two pie are squared, then you get two circles anyway."
"Why would you do that? If two pie are squared, then you get two circles anyway."
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Georgepowell
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Gokul43201 said:
I still don't get it
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Jonathan Scott
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Georgepowell said:I still don't get it
What's h over 2 pi called? Apply same principle.
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Tobias Funke
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I actually saw a guy wearing one of those "I wish I were your derivative so I could lie tangent to your curves" shirts. I wished that some woman near him would say "Yeah...sorry, but I'm the snowflake curve".
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