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“I said to my girlfriend, you shouldn't eat before you swim. She said, "why not"? I said, you look fat.” quote by Jimmy Carr
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“I said to my girlfriend, you shouldn't eat before you swim. She said, "why not"? I said, you look fat.”

Jimmy Carr

About This Quote

Source Comedy: Stand‑up routine, 2015

A joke uses a provocative comment about weight to create humor through surprise and shock.

In simple terms: Humor can be edgy and unexpected.

Key Takeaway

Use surprise wisely in comedy.

Themes

humor social norms shock value

Mood

playful controversial

Type

comedic satirical

When to use this quote

  • social gatherings
  • comedy writing

Key Concepts

comic timing taboo topics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is the joke funny or offensive?
  • When is shock humor appropriate?
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