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“Moist groaned. It was the crack of seven and he was allergic to the concept of two seven o'clocks in one day.” quote by Terry Pratchett
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““Moist groaned. It was the crack of seven and he was allergic to the concept of two seven o'clocks in one day.””

Terry Pratchett

About This Quote

Source Novel: Discworld series, 1990s

A character’s absurd allergy to a time concept creates comic surrealism.

In simple terms: Absurdities can be funny.

Key Takeaway

Embrace absurd humor.

Themes

humor surrealism time absurdity fiction

Mood

playful whimsical

Type

literary humorous

When to use this quote

  • creative writing
  • stand‑up comedy
  • improv
  • storytelling

Key Concepts

literature comic satire

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does absurdity reveal deeper truths?
  • When is surreal humor effective?
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