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Arthur Quote by Douglas Adams

“What a wonderfully exciting cough,' said the little man, quite startled by it, 'do you mind if I join you?' And with that he launched into the most extraordinary and spectacular fit of coughing which caught Arthur so much by surprise that he started to choke violently, discovered he was already…” quote by Douglas Adams
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“What a wonderfully exciting cough,' said the little man, quite startled by it, 'do you mind if I join you?' And with that he launched into the most extraordinary and spectacular fit of coughing which caught Arthur so much by surprise that he started to choke violently, discovered he was already doing it and got thoroughly confused.”

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About This Quote

A whimsical scene where a startled character invites another to share an absurd, exaggerated cough, highlighting the chaotic humor of unexpected situations.

In simple terms: Absurd humor in a chaotic moment

Key Takeaway

Exaggeration amplifies comedy

Themes

absurdity humor surprise chaos character interaction

Mood

playful surprised confused

Type

humorous anecdote fictional vignette

When to use this quote

  • unexpected social encounters
  • comic misunderstandings

Key Concepts

exaggerated physical comedy social awkwardness

Practical Applications

  • writing comedic dialogue
  • creating surreal scenes

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes the absurdity funny?
  • How does exaggeration affect tension?
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