Theories of Laughter: Benign Violation & Industry Standard

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The discussion centers on the "Benign Violation Theory" of humor, which is regarded as a promising explanation for why people find certain things funny. Participants are encouraged to provide counterexamples to test the theory's validity. Additionally, there is a query about the existence of an "Industry Standard Theory" related to humor, suggesting a desire for a more established framework in the field. The conversation also notes that the thread does not meet posting requirements for the forum, emphasizing the importance of adhering to community rules.
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Out of all the theories, I find the "Benign Violation Theory" to be most promising.
Lets see if somebody got some counter examples?
Also, what's the Industry Standard Theory, if there is any such thing. ?
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