Comedy Quote by Drew Carey
“Like I said, all comedy is based on exaggeration, big or small, whatever you can get away with.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Comedy discussion, 2005
Comedy relies on exaggerating reality, pushing boundaries to elicit humor.
In simple terms: Exaggeration is the core of comedy.
Balance exaggeration with audience limits.
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When to use this quote
- stand‑up
- TV sketches
- satire
- political cartoons
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What topics can be exaggerated responsibly?
- How do you gauge audience tolerance?
Excessive exaggeration can offend or alienate.