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hom_336
The text plays on the expectation of the word 'me' to refer to the speaker's perspective, but in the context of egotism, it humorously suggests that the egotist should be interested in the speaker, which is an unexpected twist. It does not rely on different meanings of a single word or similar sounding words, but rather on the subversion of the listener's expectation.
An egotist is a person who is more interested in himself than in me .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_337
The text is a quote attributed to Benjamin Franklin that conveys a cynical view of secrecy and trustworthiness among people. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
Three can keep a secret , if two of them are dead .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_340
The text is a proverb or saying that suggests a person's character traits are unchangeable, particularly those related to dishonesty. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Once a thief always a thief .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_343
The text is an idiom that originated as a slogan during World War II to warn against unguarded talk that could be overheard by spies and lead to disastrous consequences. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
Loose lips sink ships .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_347
The text plays on the double entendre of 'nothing to wear'. It suggests both the literal scenario of a woman not having clothes to wear and the figurative idea that women often feel they don't have the right clothes for an occasion, despite having many options.
Behind every man , there ' s a woman with nothing to wear .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_351
The text is playing on the unexpected context of beer being considered a breakfast drink, which is humorous but does not involve a play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.
Beer : So much more than a breakfast drink .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_352
The text plays on the concept of age by humorously reframing '40' as '18 with 22 years experience', suggesting a youthful spirit despite the actual age. It does not rely on different meanings of a single word or similar sounding words, but rather on a creative way of expressing one's age.
I am not 40 , I ' m 18 with 22 years experience
The given text is a non-pun
hom_370
The text presents a common humorous expression in project management and service delivery, suggesting that it's not possible to have all three desirable qualities at once. It does not rely on the different meanings of a single word or similar sounding words for a humorous effect.
( a ) Fast , ( b ) Reliable , ( c ) Inexpensive - Pick Two .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_372
The text is a phrase suggesting a philosophy of acceptance and contentment, without exploiting different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
Take all things as they come and be content .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_376
The text plays on the double meaning of the word 'present.' It can mean 'the current time' as well as 'a gift.' The phrase could be understood as saying the current time is unique or as a play on words suggesting that the current time is a gift.
There is no time like the present .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_377
The text is a warning or piece of advice suggesting that postponing actions can lead to negative consequences. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
There is danger in delay .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_379
The text plays on the concept of procrastination, which involves delaying or postponing tasks. The humor arises from the irony of postponing an event dedicated to the act of postponing, thus exploiting the meaning of 'postponed' in a humorous context.
Procrastination Day Has Been Postponed !
The given text is a non-pun
hom_384
The text is an idiom suggesting that there are many opportunities in the world, similar to there being many fish in the sea. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
There are as good fish in the sea as ever were caught .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_385
The text is an idiomatic expression suggesting that it is better to have a partial amount of something than to have all of nothing, which is worthless. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
50 percent of something is better than one hundred percent of nothing .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_398
The text is a common phrase used to express the idea that regardless of what happens, an event or activity must continue. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
The show must go on .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_407
The text is a humorous definition that plays on the common understanding of multitasking as performing multiple tasks simultaneously, suggesting that it results in multiple failures. It does not rely on the different meanings of a single word or similar sounding words.
Multitasking = screwing up several things at once .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_410
The text plays on the ironic twist of the phrase 'if all goes well,' which typically implies that everything is proceeding without problems. However, the addition of 'you've overlooked something' suggests that if it seems like everything is perfect, then a mistake has been missed. This is not a play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words, but rather an unexpected reversal of the expected outcome.
If all goes well , you ' ve overlooked something !
The given text is a non-pun
hom_413
The given text is a common saying advising optimism while being ready for negative outcomes. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Hope for the best , but prepare for the worst .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_419
The text 'Deep calls to deep' is a phrase that could be interpreted in various ways depending on the context, but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect. It seems to be a metaphorical or poetic expression rather than a pun.
Deep calls to deep .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_420
The text plays on the similarity in sound between 'married' and 'marred.' While 'married' refers to the state of being in a marriage, 'marred' means damaged or spoiled. This creates a humorous effect by suggesting that getting married can have a negative impact on a young man.
A young man married is a young man marred .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_425
The text seems to be a satirical or ironic statement, suggesting that a place for the mentally ill (lunatic asylum) is where one would least expect to find optimism. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Lunatic asylum : where optimism most flourishes .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_427
The text is a proverb suggesting to take the easiest or simplest path to achieve a goal. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Cross the stream where it is shallowest .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_435
The text is a humorous response to the cliché that something is 'so simple a child could do it,' implying that the speaker is unable to do it themselves and would rather have a child do it. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.
. . . So simple a child could do it ? Go find me a child !
The given text is a non-pun
hom_439
The text is an idiom that serves as a warning against unnecessary investigation or experimentation. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
Curiosity killed the cat .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_445
The text is a biblical reference or proverbial phrase suggesting that a person has good intentions but is unable to act on them due to physical limitations. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
The spirit is willing but the flesh is weak .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_448
The text is a proverb or saying that conveys a general truth about the value of an object being equivalent to what it can be exchanged for. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
The worth of a thing is what it will bring .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_450
The text seems to be a humorous observation suggesting that dogs are more interested in food (bread) than in the person themselves. It does not rely on the different meanings of a single word or similar sounding words for a humorous effect.
Dogs wags their tails , not as much to you as to your bread .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_453
The text is a cynical remark about the rapid pace of software development and does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
Any given program , once running , is obsolete .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_455
The text is a proverb expressing the idea that experience is necessary for leadership. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Who has not served cannot command .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_456
The text plays on the pronunciation of 'sysop' (an abbreviation for system operator) to sound like 'sis äp', suggesting that the sysop is someone's sister laughing. This creates a humorous effect by exploiting the similarity in sound between 'sysop' and 'sis äp'.
SYSOP \ ' sis äp \ n : the person laughing as you type
The given text is a non-pun
hom_459
The text seems to be a statement or phrase that does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect. It appears to convey a message about the end of a foster relationship also ending a friendship, without a play on words.
No longer foster , no longer friend .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_460
The text is making a humorous statement by suggesting that lending money to people causes them to forget the debt, playing on the idea of 'amnesia' as a metaphor for forgetfulness regarding the repayment of loans. It does not rely on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.
Don ' t lend people money . It causes amnesia .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_461
The text is a political principle that does not play on the different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
That government is best which governs least .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_465
The text is a proverb suggesting that those with the least knowledge often speak the most and the loudest. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Empty vessels make the most sound .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_466
The text is a statement reflecting on human nature and the effects of power on a person's character. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous or rhetorical effect.
To test a man ' s character , give him power .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_469
The text plays on the double meaning of 'screwed up'. One meaning is to make a mistake or mess something up, and the other can refer to something being literally screwed or fastened incorrectly. This exploits the different meanings of the phrase 'screwed up'.
Nothing is so smiple that it can ' t get screwed up .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_471
The text is an idiom that means a bad person, policy, etc., can ruin everything around it. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
One rotten apple will spoil the whole barrel .
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hom_472
The text appears to be a statement or a philosophical assertion about reality and does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
None of you exist . The sysop types it all in . . .
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hom_474
The text seems to be a piece of advice about self-discipline and setting boundaries with others. It does not appear to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
One secret of success is to know how to deny yourself and other people .
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hom_475
The text is a proverb suggesting that one bad member can affect the entire group. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
One scabbed sheep mars the whole flock .
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hom_476
The text is a proverbial statement suggesting that one may be considered wise by not speaking, as opposed to speaking and proving oneself to be foolish. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Better to remain silent and be thought a fool , than to open your mouth and remove all doubt .
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hom_477
The text appears to be a straightforward suggestion without any play on words or double meanings. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
Today is a good day for you to jump in a lake .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_480
The text plays on the ironic situation where someone claiming not to be paranoid immediately suspects that someone is conspiring against them by asking which enemy provided that information. It does not rely on a play on words or similar-sounding words but rather on the situational irony.
I ' m not paranoid ! Which of my enemies told you this ?
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hom_484
The text is a play on the common question 'What's the speed of light?' by substituting 'light' with 'dark'. It humorously implies that 'dark' has a speed, which is a concept that doesn't make sense scientifically, as darkness is the absence of light and has no speed. This creates a humorous effect by subverting expectations.
Oh sure ! But what ' s the speed of dark ?
The given text is a non-pun
hom_489
The text is a proverb or saying that emphasizes polite discourse and does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
A civil question deserves a civil answer .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_492
The text is a saying that suggests a person's behavior is consistent over time, particularly in the context of alcoholism. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
Once a drunkard always a drunkard .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_494
The text is a humorous statement that plays on the stereotype that teenagers think they know everything. It does not rely on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.
Hire teenagers while they still know everything .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_499
The text is a proverb suggesting that relying solely on hope without taking action can lead to failure or disaster. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Who lives by hope will die of hunger .
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hom_501
The text is an idiomatic expression suggesting that one should accept and deal with situations as they are, without exploiting different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
Take things as you find them .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_507
The text is a statement reflecting on the folly of those who consider themselves wise without true understanding. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
The first chapter of fools is to think themselves wise .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_510
The text is mimicking the distinctive, dramatic speaking style of actor William Shatner, known for his role as Captain Kirk in Star Trek, which often includes pauses and emphasis on certain words. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
I ' m ! A ! Graduate ! Of ! The ! Bill ! Shatner ! Acting ! School !
The given text is a non-pun
hom_515
The text is playing on the common saying 'speed kills' to humorously subvert expectations by suggesting that it is not the speed itself but the abrupt stopping that is dangerous. It does not rely on the different meanings of a single word or similar sounding words.
Speed doesn ' t kill . Stopping very fast kills .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_517
The text is a common saying that suggests personal responsibility for achieving a desired outcome and does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
If you want a thing done right , do it yourself .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_518
The text implies a double meaning. The first is the literal interpretation where 'it' could refer to something the dog left behind, such as a toy. The second, implied meaning is that 'it' refers to dog excrement, which is a common issue between neighbors. The humor arises from the polite phrasing contrasted with the unpleasant subject.
Hey , is this yours ? Your dog left it on my lawn . . .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_519
The text seems to be a proverbial expression indicating that worrying causes stress, which can lead to grey hair. It does not appear to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Fretting cares make grey hairs .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_521
The text is a dark play on the character Winnie the Pooh's mild expression of annoyance 'Bother,' juxtaposed with the unexpected and severe action of torching a forest. It does not rely on a play on words or similar-sounding words but rather on the contrast between the character's typical gentle behavior and the violent action described.
" Bother , " said Pooh , as he torched the forest . . . . .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_523
The text seems to be a literal statement about someone who grinds at a mill, which could imply working or producing something. There is no apparent play on words or double meaning involved.
He is my friend who grinds at my mill .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_528
The text is an idiomatic expression meaning to not worsen a situation or provoke further anger. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
Do not add oil to the fire .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_530
The text is a proverb expressing the idea that people prefer to be around others who are happy and positive, rather than those who are sad. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
Laugh and the world laughs with you , cry and you cry alone .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_532
The text is playing on the stereotype that a vegetarian is someone who does not hunt, implying that the reason for their vegetarianism is a lack of hunting skills. It also suggests that 'vegetarian' could be humorously misinterpreted as a term used by Native Americans to describe an incompetent hunter. This relies on cultural stereotypes and a play on words, but it does not exploit different meanings of the same word or similar-sounding words.
Vegetarian : Indian word for lousy hunter ! ! !
The given text is a non-pun
hom_536
The text plays on the common saying 'ignorance is bliss' to make a humorous observation about the prevalence of ignorance and the expected correlation with happiness. It does not rely on the different meanings of a single word or similar sounding words.
If ignorance is bliss , why aren ' t there more happy folks ?
The given text is a non-pun
hom_537
The phrase 'Love is blind' is a proverbial saying that means love does not see imperfections and is not a play on words or similar-sounding words. It does not exploit different meanings of a word for humorous effect.
Love is blind .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_539
The text plays on the double meaning of the word 'shin.' The shin is a part of the leg that often gets hit when one bumps into furniture in the dark, and the joke redefines it as a device for finding furniture, which is a humorous reinterpretation.
SHIN : A device for finding furniture in the dark
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hom_541
The text is an idiomatic expression that implies a son's traits or behaviors resemble those of his father. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Like father , like son .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_551
The text lists elements from the periodic table that are essential for life, using their chemical symbols (H, O, C, N, Ca, P, Cl, K, S, Na, Mg). It does not play on different meanings of these symbols or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Life ' s essentials : H O C N Ca P Cl K S Na Mg
The given text is a non-pun
hom_560
The text plays on the similar-sounding words 'twice' and 'trice,' with 'trice' meaning a very short time. It suggests that giving quickly is as commendable as giving twice, but does not rely on a double meaning or wordplay for a humorous effect.
He gives twice who gives in a trice .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_561
The text is a humorous statement that plays on the literal image of someone attempting to play leapfrog with a unicorn, which would be unwise due to the unicorn's horn. It does not rely on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for its humor.
A truly wise man never plays leapfrog with a unicorn .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_562
The text is a proverb suggesting that rumors or suspicions often have some truth or origin, and does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
There is no smoke without fire .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_564
The text is a proverb suggesting that someone not accustomed to handling abundance may misuse it, but it does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Put a beggar on horseback and he ' ll ride it to death .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_567
The text is a play on the concept of increasing intelligence (IQ) through a monetary transaction, which is an absurd proposition. It also plays on the guarantee of 'no money back' as a humorous twist, suggesting that any increase, even if minimal, would technically fulfill the promise. However, it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Send $ 20 and I will double your IQ or no money back
The given text is a non-pun
hom_577
The text is a philosophical or motivational statement about self-awareness and does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
The first step to health is to know that we are sick .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_583
The text is a humorous observation about office automation but does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Ultimate office automation : networked coffee machines .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_585
The given text is a proverb that conveys the idea that someone who does not settle in one place is unlikely to accumulate wealth or responsibilities. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
A rolling stone gathers no moss .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_589
The text plays on the well-known saying 'Curiosity killed the cat,' which warns of the dangers of unnecessary investigation or experimentation. However, the humor is derived from the unexpected twist at the end, where the speaker claims to have killed the cat with a mower, subverting the original meaning of the proverb. This is not a play on words or similar-sounding words but rather an unexpected and darkly humorous twist.
Curiosity didn ' t kill the cat . I got ' im with the mower !
The given text is a non-pun
hom_592
The text is a twist on the common saying 'Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery,' but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect. It is a statement that suggests plagiarism is a form of imitation, which is considered flattery, but there is no linguistic ambiguity.
Plagiarism is the sincerest form of flattery .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_601
The text plays on the phrase 'scared half to death' by humorously suggesting that if it happens twice, one might be scared to 'death'. It exploits the literal and figurative meanings of the phrase.
What happens when you get scared half to death . . . . . twice ?
The given text is a non-pun
hom_603
The phrase 'Put your money where your mouth is' is an idiomatic expression that means to show by one's actions and not just words that one is committed to something. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Put your money where your mouth is .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_606
The text is a legal maxim suggesting that if legal redress is available for a party that has suffered some injury, but is not forthcoming in a timely fashion, it is effectively the same as having no redress at all. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
Justice delayed is justice denied .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_607
The text is an idiom that means what is good for one type is equally good for another type, typically in reference to men and women. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
What ' s good for the goose is good for the gander .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_610
The text plays on the double meaning of 'profanity.' It suggests that computer professionals use technical jargon, which might be as incomprehensible to others as swearing, while also humorously implying that they use actual profanity.
Profanity , the language of computer professionals
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hom_611
The text is a threatening statement that does not play on the different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect. It is a straightforward expression of aggression.
If I want your opinion I ' ll beat it out of you !
The given text is a non-pun
hom_613
The given text is a proverb expressing the inevitability of the end of all good experiences. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
All good things must come to an end .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_616
The text is a statement that plays on the word 'obvious' to emphasize a skeptical view towards things that seem clear or apparent. It does not exploit different meanings of the word 'obvious' or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
If it ' s obvious , it ' s obviously wrong .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_617
The text does not appear to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. It seems to be a rhetorical question expressing indifference about the location of the character Carmen Sandiego from the famous game and show franchise.
" WHO CARES where Carmen Sandiego is ? "
The given text is a non-pun
hom_618
The text appears to be a dark and inappropriate joke, but it does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. It is a straightforward, albeit morbid, proposition without linguistic ambiguity.
" She ' s dead , Jim . Still warm , though . Flip ya for her ? "
The given text is a non-pun
hom_626
The text contrasts the uncertainty of receiving when giving with the certainty of obtaining when taking, but it does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Give and you might receive . Take and be sure of it .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_632
The text does not appear to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect. It seems to be a straightforward statement, possibly from a narrative context, without a linguistic ambiguity.
Here , you go first , you ' re immune to bullets .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_633
The text is a humorous statement expressing a wish that Noah had eliminated mosquitoes by swatting them, but it does not rely on a play on words or similar-sounding words for its humor.
I wish Noah had swatted those two mosquitoes . . . . .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_634
The text is an idiom expressing that young people cannot be expected to have the wisdom that usually comes with age. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
We should not expect to find old heads on young shoulders .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_641
The text is a saying that plays on the concepts of 'half truth' and 'whole lie' to convey a moral lesson about honesty. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
A half truth is a whole lie .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_643
The text is a question that may seem humorous because Teflon is known for its non-stick properties, making the idea of it sticking to anything ironic. However, it does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
How do they get Teflon to stick to the pans ?
The given text is a non-pun
hom_645
The text is an old proverb suggesting that wherever good exists, evil will also find a place. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
Where God has a church the devil will have his chapel .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_647
The text is making a humorous comparison that relies on the absurdity of the idea of being 'a bit pregnant,' which is an all-or-nothing condition, to the concept of a 'low yield' atomic bomb, suggesting that both are significant despite being described as 'low' or 'a bit.' It does not rely on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.
A low yield atomic bomb is like being a bit pregnant .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_651
The text is a proverb suggesting that while God is responsible for healing, the physician still charges for the service. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.
God cures and the physician takes the fee .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_652
The text plays on the double meaning of 'casket'. It can refer to a coffin, which is often accompanied by flowers at a funeral, and it can also imply that the cynic is looking for something negative (the 'casket') even when faced with something positive (the 'flowers').
A cynic smells flowers and looks for the casket .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_653
The text is an idiom expressing the diversity of people in the world and does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.
It takes all sorts of people to make a world .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_665
The text is a play on the warning labels found on products like mattresses that state 'Federal Law prohibits the removal of this tag.' By referring to it as a 'tagline,' it humorously applies this serious-sounding legal warning to the concept of a slogan or catchphrase, which is also called a tagline.
Federal Law prohibits the removal of this tagline
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hom_669
The text plays on the common computer prompt 'Press any key to continue' by adding a humorous twist that suggests pressing a different key could have the drastic consequence of formatting the hard drive. It does not rely on different meanings of a single word or similar sounding words, but rather on the unexpected and exaggerated outcome of an action.
Press any key to continue . . Any other key to format hard drive .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_682
The text is a play on the well-known saying 'An apple a day keeps the doctor away,' but it replaces 'apple' with 'girl' to create a humorous twist implying infidelity would keep one's wife at bay. It relies on the structure and familiarity of the original phrase to create humor, not on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.
A girl a day keeps the wife away .
The given text is a non-pun
hom_683
The text is a dark joke that plays on the unexpected outcome of a situation involving twins. It does not rely on the different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for its humor.
Suicidal twin kills sister by mistake . . . news at 11 !
The given text is a non-pun