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Hurt Quote by Kelley Armstrong

“Got your text,” he said when I climbed out. “How much did it hurt?” “Not at all,” I said. “Apparently, I can’t get a tattoo because I’m a witch.” “I could have told them-” He stopped. “Oh, you said witch.” “Ha-ha.” quote by Kelley Armstrong
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“Got your text,” he said when I climbed out. “How much did it hurt?” “Not at all,” I said. “Apparently, I can’t get a tattoo because I’m a witch.” “I could have told them-” He stopped. “Oh, you said witch.” “Ha-ha.”

Kelley Armstrong

About This Quote

Source Short Story: “Witching Hour”, 2012

A humorous exchange reveals absurdity of supernatural excuses and miscommunication.

In simple terms: Humor arises from absurd excuses.

Key Takeaway

Embrace absurdity in dialogue.

Themes

humor miscommunication supernatural absurdity

Mood

playful lighthearted

Type

comedic satirical

When to use this quote

  • writing dialogue
  • improv comedy
  • storytelling
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

social interaction narrative irony character dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes absurd excuses funny?
  • How does miscommunication drive humor?
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