Cheese Said Quote by P.G. Wodehouse
““Wait a minute while I think," said Miss Peavey. There was a pause. Miss Peavey sat with knit brows. "How would it be..." ventured Mr. Cootes. "Cheese it!" said Miss Peavey. Mr. Cootes cheesed it.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Code of the Wooster by P.G. Wodehouse, 1925
A character pauses to think, then another interrupts with a sudden, comedic command, highlighting the absurdity of the situation.
In simple terms: A pause leads to a funny, abrupt command.
Key Takeaway
Embrace spontaneous humor.
Themes
comedy
dialogue
absurdity
Mood
lighthearted
playful
Type
humorous
dialogue
When to use this quote
- social gatherings
- office banter
- creative brainstorming
Key Concepts
British humor
timing
character interaction
Questions to Reflect On
- How does timing affect comedic impact?
- What makes a sudden command funny?
A Different Perspective
The humor relies on the characters' established quirks, which may not translate universally.
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