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“If you are flammable and have legs, you are not blocking a fire exit.” quote by Mitch Hedberg
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“If you are flammable and have legs, you are not blocking a fire exit.”

Mitch Hedberg

About This Quote

Source Stand‑up routine: "A Fire Exit", 1990s

A humorous paradox: being flammable and having legs means you can’t block a fire exit.

In simple terms: Flammable legs can’t block exits.

Key Takeaway

Avoid dangerous contradictions in safety.

Themes

humor paradox safety absurdity

Mood

lighthearted playful

Type

satirical observational

When to use this quote

  • fire safety training
  • comedic writing
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

logic public safety comedy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What everyday rules become absurd under odd conditions?
  • How does humor reveal hidden truths?
A Different Perspective

Literal interpretation misses the joke; safety rules are literal.

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