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DNSB · 07-26-2013, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by paola

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Originally Posted by TechniSol

We'll give you a pass on the unintentional pun, you were obviously distracted by the problem at hand, but see here, next time make an effort at intending the pun!

oh yes: indeed I feel quite silly for not seeing it - shame on me, will try harder

Are there no laws against cruel and unusual pun-ishment?

Regards,
David

TechniSol · 07-27-2013, 12:18 AM

No, not in the forum etiquette, but there should be!

. One should automatically be conferred greater Kharma based on the severity of the offense... Much of the forum is naturally gloom and doom as people seek help for issues, the occasional bit of punniness can only serve to pierce the gloom -maybe even the bride.

DNSB · 07-27-2013, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by TechniSol

No, not in the forum etiquette, but there should be!

. One should automatically be conferred greater Kharma based on the severity of the offense... Much of the forum is naturally gloom and doom as people seek help for issues, the occasional bit of punniness can only serve to pierce the gloom -maybe even the bride.

There are those who claim that puns are the lowest form of humour and those who claim that puns are not humour. Then we have Oscar Levant's comment on puns: "A pun is the lowest form of humor—when you don't think of it first."

Regards,
David

TechniSol · 07-27-2013, 01:23 AM

I've heard the arguments before, but I honestly think puns can be rather a lot of work at times for potentially little reward, but the groans and sounds of foreheads being slapped by a hand can often be more rewarding than laughter. Do you remember Ferdinand Feghoot?

DNSB · 07-27-2013, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by TechniSol

I've heard the arguments before, but I honestly think puns can be rather a lot of work at times for potentially little reward, but the groans and sounds of foreheads being slapped by a hand can often be more rewarding than laughter. Do you remember Ferdinand Feghoot?

Ah, the memories. The waif of the fuschia. Typical gnu and tiler too. The dim oyster sinker. Ahhh... my head is exploding!!! Remember Kelvin Throop?

Regards,
David

Leonatus · 07-27-2013, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by DNSB

There is a quote about "England and America are two countries divided by a common language".

Haha, this one I didn't know yet! One of the major features of MR is its entertainment value. I love it!

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07-27-2013, 12:18 AM	#17
TechniSol GranPohbah-Fezzes r cool! Posts: 1,056 Karma: 3151024 Join Date: Jul 2010 Device: Nook STRs, Kobo Touch, Kobo Glo	No, not in the forum etiquette, but there should be! . One should automatically be conferred greater Kharma based on the severity of the offense... Much of the forum is naturally gloom and doom as people seek help for issues, the occasional bit of punniness can only serve to pierce the gloom -maybe even the bride.

07-27-2013, 01:23 AM	#19
TechniSol GranPohbah-Fezzes r cool! Posts: 1,056 Karma: 3151024 Join Date: Jul 2010 Device: Nook STRs, Kobo Touch, Kobo Glo	I've heard the arguments before, but I honestly think puns can be rather a lot of work at times for potentially little reward, but the groans and sounds of foreheads being slapped by a hand can often be more rewarding than laughter. Do you remember Ferdinand Feghoot?

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