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Christmas Quote by Jon Stewart

“Christmas and the New Year are actually two holidays. So there is a plural, which in the English language, necessitates the use of 's.' I suppose you could say 'Merry Christmas' and 'Happy New Year,' but you probably have sh*t to do.” quote by Jon Stewart
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“Christmas and the New Year are actually two holidays. So there is a plural, which in the English language, necessitates the use of 's.' I suppose you could say 'Merry Christmas' and 'Happy New Year,' but you probably have sh*t to do.”

Jon Stewart

About This Quote

The speaker humorously points out that Christmas and New Year are separate holidays, so grammatically they should be pluralized, but dismisses the nitpicking as trivial compared to real tasks.

In simple terms: Grammar vs. priority

Key Takeaway

Focus on what matters

Themes

language humor humor priorities holiday conventions

Mood

witty ironic

Type

observation humorous remark

When to use this quote

  • casual conversation
  • online forum
  • holiday planning

Key Concepts

grammar social norms

Practical Applications

  • writing style guide
  • social media commentary

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we get hung up on minor language details?
  • When is it appropriate to prioritize substance over form?
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