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het_745 | The text is a shortened form of the proverb 'Truth will out,' meaning that the truth will eventually be known. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | Truth will out . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_747 | The text is an idiomatic expression encouraging perseverance and not to give up. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | Never say die . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_748 | The text plays on the expectation of what it means to 'write a book', which typically involves creating content, but humorously subverts this by suggesting that only the page numbers have been completed, which is an insignificant part of the writing process. | I ' m writing a book . I ' ve got the page numbers done . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_766 | The text is a quote often attributed to Albert Einstein that describes a common understanding of insanity. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | Insanity is doing the same thing over and over , expecting different results . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_767 | The text is a proverbial expression advising that the best way to keep a secret is not to share it with anyone. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous or rhetorical effect. | If you want someone to keep a secret , keep it yourself . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_772 | The text is a statement reflecting on human behavior, suggesting that people are most generous with their advice. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous or double entendre effect. | We give nothing as willingly as our advice . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_774 | The text seems to be a nautical reference to the practice of using two anchors to secure a ship, suggesting reliability and preparedness. However, without additional context or a play on words, it does not appear to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | Good riding at two anchors , men have told , for if the one fails , the other may hold . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_778 | The text is an idiomatic expression advising someone to keep their thoughts or plans to themselves and not share them with others. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | Keep your own counsel . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_780 | The text is an idiomatic expression that means to acknowledge the good in someone, regardless of how one feels about them overall. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | Give the devil his due . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_787 | The text plays on the meanings of 'ignorant' and 'apathetic'. The speaker claims not to know if they are ignorant, which aligns with the definition of ignorance, and simultaneously expresses indifference, which aligns with the definition of apathy. This creates a humorous contradiction that is the basis of the pun. | Am I ignorant or apathetic ? I don ' t know and don ' t care ! | The given text is a non-pun |
het_789 | The text is a play on the familiar phrase 'déjà vu', which is the feeling that one has experienced something before. 'Vuja De' is a reversal of 'déjà vu' and is used humorously to describe the opposite sensation. The humor arises from the inversion of a common phrase and the expectation of the familiar concept of déjà vu. | Vuja De : The feeling that none of this has happened before . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_790 | The text is an idiomatic expression that means two parties are involved in a situation or conflict, and both are responsible for it. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | It takes two to tango . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_796 | The text is a biblical reference from the Gospel of Matthew (7:15) warning against deceptive individuals who appear harmless but are actually dangerous. It does not play on the different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | Beware of the false prophets , who come to you in sheep ' s clothing , and inwardly are ravening wolves . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_800 | The text appears to be a straightforward statement about the importance of the flush toilet in western civilization. It does not seem to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous or double entendre effect. | The flush toilet is the basis of western civilization . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_801 | The text is a biblical reference from Matthew 20:16, often interpreted to mean that those who are humble and last in this life will be exalted in the next. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humor or effect. | The last will be first , and the first last . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_809 | The text plays on the phrase 'calling in sick', which is commonly used when an employee informs their workplace that they cannot come to work due to illness. By substituting 'sick' with 'dead', the joke creates a humorous and exaggerated situation, as one cannot literally call in dead. This substitution creates a pun by using the unexpected word 'dead' in place of 'sick'. | I used up all my sick days , so I ' m calling in dead . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_811 | The text appears to be a subversion of the common moral advice 'when in doubt, tell the truth', but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous or rhetorical effect. | When in doubt , tell a lie | The given text is a non-pun |
het_812 | The text is a humorous twist on the common inclination to disassemble something to understand its workings, but it does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. It's a statement that may be seen as ironic or counterintuitive but not a pun. | If it works , rip it apart and find out why ! | The given text is a non-pun |
het_816 | The text is a common expression that means a third person is not welcome in the company of two people who desire privacy. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | Two is a company ; three is a crowd . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_817 | The text does not appear to play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. It seems to be a straightforward statement about not changing an opinion based on proof, without any linguistic ambiguity or humor derived from wordplay. | Did you expect mere proof to sway my opinion ? | The given text is a non-pun |
het_819 | The text is a humorous twist on the idiom 'It ain't over till the fat lady sings', which means that one should not presume to know the outcome of an event until it has actually happened. The humor comes from the anticipation of the 'fat lady' preparing to sing (clearing her throat), suggesting the end is near, but it does not involve a play on words or similar-sounding words. | It ain ' t over , but the fat lady is clearing her throat . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_823 | The text is a proverbial saying that means it is more satisfying to enact revenge when it is unexpected and after some time has passed. It does not play on the different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | Revenge is a dish best served cold . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_831 | The text is a common saying that implies the quality of an item is commensurate with its price. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | You get what you pay for . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_833 | The text is an idiomatic expression advising that if one is unsure about something, it is safer not to include it or do it. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous or rhetorical effect. | When in doubt , leave it out . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_835 | The text plays on the double meaning of the phrase 'safe sex'. Traditionally, 'safe sex' refers to sexual practices that protect individuals from sexually transmitted infections and unwanted pregnancies. However, the joke twists the meaning to imply that 'safe sex' once meant avoiding being discovered while engaging in the act, which is a different and humorous interpretation. | Remember when safe sex was not getting caught in the act ? | The given text is a non-pun |
het_838 | The text plays on the literal interpretation of the phrase 'any key', which is commonly understood to mean that one can press any key on the keyboard to proceed. The humor arises from the contradiction in the second part, which implies that there is actually a specific key that should not be pressed, despite the instruction to press 'any' key. | Press any key to continue . No , not THAT one ! | The given text is a non-pun |
het_839 | The text is a proverb suggesting that if one is going to be punished for a small offense, they might as well commit a larger one. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | One might as well be hanged for a sheep as a lamb . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_841 | The text is a twist on the common phrase 'He who laughs last laughs best', which means that the person who understands and reacts to a situation last may actually have the best understanding of it. The twist 'had to have it explained' humorously suggests that the reason for laughing last is not understanding the joke initially, rather than having the best understanding. This relies on the subversion of expectations rather than a play on words or similar-sounding words. | He who laughs last . . . had to have it explained . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_845 | The text plays on the ambiguity of the phrase 'Girl Scout cookies'. It is expected to mean cookies sold by Girl Scouts, but the joke suggests a literal interpretation, as if the cookies should taste like Girl Scouts themselves, which is absurd and humorous. | Hey ! ! These cookies don ' t taste like Girl Scouts ! | The given text is a non-pun |
het_846 | The text is a humorous piece of advice that plays on common workplace or life strategies without exploiting different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. It does not contain a play on words or linguistic ambiguities. | When in doubt , mumble . When in trouble , delegate . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_850 | The text is a proverbial phrase advising that it's better to refrain from speaking if one's words are not kind or positive. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | If you don ' t have anything nice to say , don ' t say anything at all . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_853 | The text seems to be an idiomatic expression suggesting that when someone wants to punish or blame another, they will easily find a reason or means to do so. It does not appear to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | A staff is quickly found to beat a dog . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_856 | The text is a phrase that suggests it is better for something to be undercooked than overcooked. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | Better underdone than overdone . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_858 | The text is a common proverbial phrase meaning that when one opportunity is lost, another one often presents itself. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | When one door closes , another door opens . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_860 | The text is a proverb suggesting that things obtained illicitly or immorally are often more appreciated or enjoyed. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | Stolen fruit is the sweetest . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_862 | The text plays on the concept of acronyms and their overuse by creating an ironically long acronym (AAAAAA) to represent a fictional organization against acronym abuse, which humorously contradicts its own purpose. | AAAAAA - American Association Against Acronym Abuse Anonymous | The given text is a non-pun |
het_865 | The text is a humorous statement that plays on the literal meaning of 'packing a 6-shooter' (a gun that holds six bullets) and the figurative meaning of not being adequately prepared to face seven men. However, it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for its humor. | Never insult 7 men when all you ' re packing is a 6 - shooter | The given text is a non-pun |
het_868 | The text does not appear to play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. It seems to be a straightforward statement emphasizing the importance of having the right tools for thinking, without any evident wordplay or linguistic ambiguity. | Don ' t even TRY to THINK without proper tools . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_873 | The text is a play on the phrase 'buy cheap, buy twice', suggesting that purchasing high-quality items may be expensive initially but ultimately is more cost-effective. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humor. | If you buy quality , you only cry once . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_878 | The text does not appear to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. It seems to be a straightforward statement that implies the speaker is competent and therefore 'dangerous' in the sense of being very effective or skilled at what they are doing. There is no linguistic ambiguity or wordplay evident. | I ' m dangerous when I know what I ' m doing . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_879 | The text plays on the common phrase 'the best thing since sliced bread', which is used to describe a great invention or innovation. The humor comes from questioning what was considered the best thing before this commonly referenced benchmark was established. However, it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | What was the best thing BEFORE sliced bread ? | The given text is a non-pun |
het_884 | The text is a quote attributed to Albert Einstein, expressing the idea that revolutionary or advanced ideas often face resistance from those who are less imaginative or intelligent. It does not play on the meanings of words or use similar-sounding words for a humorous or rhetorical effect. | Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_894 | The text could be interpreted as a literal statement about a door that can swing in both directions, or metaphorically to mean that a situation or argument has two sides or that consequences can affect both parties involved. However, it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | The door swings both ways . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_896 | The text is a proverb that means you can provide someone with an opportunity but you can't force them to take it. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | You can lead a horse to water but you can ' t make it drink . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_899 | The text plays on the similarity between software versioning nomenclature (e.g., '1.0') and the concept of a wife, humorously suggesting that a wife is like software that cannot be upgraded to a new version. | Unfortunately , Wife 1 . 0 is not upgradable | The given text is a non-pun |
het_906 | The text is a humorous statement that plays on the expectation that experiments are supposed to work correctly, but instead suggests that if an experiment does work, it is unexpected and therefore something must have gone wrong. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | If an experiment works , something has gone wrong | The given text is a non-pun |
het_916 | The text is an idiomatic expression that advises against taking an action that would harm oneself in an attempt to get revenge on or thwart someone else. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | Don ' t cut off your nose to spite your face . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_918 | The text is a proverb meaning that harsh words cannot cause physical harm, similar to 'sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me'. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | Hard words break no bones . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_919 | The text is an idiomatic expression that means being careful and economical in small matters while being wasteful or extravagant in large ones. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | Penny wise , pound foolish . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_925 | The text is an idiomatic expression suggesting that cooking for a man is a good way to gain his affection. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | The way to a man ' s heart is through his stomach . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_927 | The text is a humorous way of saying that something will never be done, as there is only one Tuesday in any given week. It does not rely on a play on words or different meanings of the same word. | I ' ll get to it on the 2nd Tuesday of next week . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_931 | The text does not appear to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. It seems to juxtapose two unrelated items (an Uzi and Scotch) with an unexpected destination (Disneyland), which may create a humorous or shocking effect, but it does not constitute a pun. | Got my Uzi , got some Scotch . . . let ' s go to Disneyland ! | The given text is a non-pun |
het_932 | The text is a proverbial phrase used to encourage optimism and a positive can-do attitude in the face of adversity or misfortune. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | If life gives you lemons , make lemonade . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_936 | The text is a play on the mathematical concept of division by zero, which is undefined, and the astronomical concept of black holes, which are regions of space where gravity is so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape. The humor arises from the juxtaposition of a scientific concept with the whimsical idea of God performing an impossible mathematical operation. | Black holes are where God divided by zero . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_938 | The text is a philosophical statement about the value of time and the common human behavior of wasting it. It does not play on the different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | There is nothing more precious than time and nothing more prodigally wasted . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_941 | The text is a proverbial expression meaning that even a meek individual will retaliate or react if pushed too far. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | Tread on a worm and it will turn . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_946 | The text plays on the expectation that a clean desk is typically a sign of an organized mind or work environment. However, it humorously subverts this expectation by suggesting that the cleanliness of the desk is due to clutter being hidden away in the desk drawer. While this is a form of wordplay, it does not rely on different meanings of the same word or similar-sounding words. | A clean desk is a sign of a cluttered desk drawer . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_947 | The text is a common saying that implies that a woman's household tasks are never-ending and there is always more to do. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | A woman ' s work is never done . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_959 | The text is a play on the common moral dilemma of choosing between two evils, but adds a humorous twist by suggesting one should choose the 'newer' one, as if it were a product or item where newer might be considered better. This subverts the expectation that one should choose the lesser evil and instead applies a consumerist logic to a moral choice. | When choosing between two evils , select the newer one . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_960 | The text is a play on the famous phrase 'I came, I saw, I conquered' attributed to Julius Caesar. However, 'conquered' is replaced with 'confused', which does not share a similar sound or meaning with 'conquered'. The humor comes from the unexpected substitution, but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | I came , I saw , I confused . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_961 | The text is a humorous statement implying a desire for data that supports the speaker's preconceived notions or opinions, rather than data that is necessarily true or accurate. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | I have seen the data . . . now bring me some I can agree with | The given text is a non-pun |
het_962 | The text does not appear to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. It seems to be a straightforward statement that could be interpreted as ironic or paradoxical, but without the linguistic play characteristic of a pun. | Bad is the best choice . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_963 | The text plays on the concept of recycling physical materials by humorously applying it to electrons, which are not typically described as being recycled in the context of writing messages. This creates a humorous and unexpected analogy, but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | This message written with recycled electrons . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_965 | The text is a proverb that means solving a problem quickly can prevent it from becoming a bigger issue. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | A stitch in time saves nine . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_966 | The text is an idiomatic expression that means mutual concessions, cooperation, or exchange is a reasonable or fair practice. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | Give and take is fair play . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_967 | The text is a humorous saying that suggests a brute force approach to fixing things, implying that if something cannot withstand force, it was already in need of replacement. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | If it jams , force it . . . . If it breaks , it needed replacing | The given text is a non-pun |
het_968 | The text is a biblical proverb from Hosea 8:7 meaning that actions can have consequences much greater than one might expect. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | He that sows the wind shall reap the whirlwind . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_970 | The text is a play on the common expectation that wisdom comes with age, suggesting ironically that youth is associated with knowing everything. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | I am not young enough to know everything . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_972 | The text is a humorous take on the famous line 'Be vewy quiet, I'm hunting wabbits!' said by the cartoon character Elmer Fudd. It plays on the speech impediment of Elmer Fudd, substituting 'rabbits' with 'runtime errors', which is a play on words for programmers. While it mimics the accent and speech pattern for comedic effect, it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words in the traditional sense of a pun. | Shh ! Be vewy qwiet ! I ' m hunting wuntime ewwows ! | The given text is a non-pun |
het_975 | The text is a proverb that means if someone is determined to do something, they will find a way to accomplish it. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | Where there is a will , there is a way . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_976 | The text is a proverbial expression implying that someone who claims responsibility for positive events must also accept blame for negative ones. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | He who takes credit for rain will be blamed for drought . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_979 | The text plays on the imagery of a human experience (milk coming up someone's nose when they laugh) and applies it humorously to a cow, which produces milk. It does not rely on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words, but rather on an absurd and amusing visual. | When a cow laughs , does milk come up its nose ? | The given text is a non-pun |
het_988 | The text is a common motivational saying that means one's abilities are often discovered through attempting new things. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | You never know what you can do until you try . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_994 | The text is an idiomatic expression advising someone to stay silent and observant. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous or rhetorical effect. | Keep your mouth shut and your eyes open . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_996 | The text is a common idiomatic expression that means time seems to pass quickly when one is engaged in enjoyable activities. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | Time flies when you ' re having fun . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1000 | The text is a proverbial expression suggesting that self-respect or self-care will lead to others respecting and caring for you. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | Be a friend to thyself , and others will befriend thee . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1009 | The text is making a humorous observation by implying an expectation that larger ears would result in better hearing, but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | How can you be so deaf with those huge ears ? | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1015 | The text is a play on the common phrase 'a solution can be found for every problem', reversing the typical order to create a humorous effect. However, it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words, which is essential for a pun. | A problem can be found for almost every solution . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1023 | The text is a humorous definition that plays on the common experience of desks often being cluttered with items that could be considered waste. It does not rely on the ambiguity of words or similar-sounding words for its humor. | Desk : A very large wastebasket with drawers . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1025 | The text plays on the acronyms 'IRA' which typically stands for the Individual Retirement Account, and the words 'Ignore', 'Retry', 'Abort' which are options that might appear in a computer dialog box. It uses these terms in a different context to suggest a humorous and inappropriate set of options in response to a girlfriend's pregnancy. | Girlfriend pregnant : ( I ) gnore ( R ) etry ( A ) bort ? | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1040 | The text is a well-known biblical proverb from 1 Timothy 6:10, which suggests that greed can lead to various forms of evil. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous or rhetorical effect. | For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1044 | The text is a proverbial expression suggesting that reconsidering a decision often leads to better outcomes. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous or rhetorical effect. | Second thoughts are the best . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1058 | The text is a proverb or idiomatic expression that means it takes an entire community of different people interacting with children for those children to grow in a safe and healthy environment. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | It takes a village to raise a child . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1059 | The text is a common saying that suggests the most effective way to prevent an attack is to be aggressive in return. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | The best defence is a good offence . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1060 | The text plays on the reinterpretation of a situation. Being 'surrounded' typically has a negative connotation, implying being trapped or in danger. However, 'a target-rich environment' reframes the situation into a positive one, suggesting there are many opportunities to engage. While this is a clever use of language, it does not involve a play on different meanings of the same word or similar-sounding words. | We aren ' t surrounded . We ' re in a target - rich environment . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1064 | The text is a motivational quote that emphasizes the importance of perseverance and resilience. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous or rhetorical effect. | Our greatest glory is not in never falling but in rising every time we fall . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1068 | The text is a play on the phrase 'I never met a man I didn't like' popularly attributed to Will Rogers. It substitutes 'man' with 'chocolate', creating a humorous effect by implying a personable relationship with chocolate, but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | " I never met a chocolate I didn ' t like . " - - Deanna Troi | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1069 | The text is a proverb implying that good intentions alone are not sufficient and can often lead to unintended negative consequences. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | The road to hell is paved with good intentions . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1072 | The text appears to be a non-sequitur or an unexpected statement in a conversation, which might be humorous due to its randomness or absurdity. However, it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for its humor. | I ' d love to , but my uncle escaped again . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1081 | The text is a common phrase used to suggest that one should contribute to solving a problem rather than exacerbating it. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | If you ' re not part of the solution , you ' re part of the problem . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1083 | The text plays on the juxtaposition of 'honk', which is a sound made by a car horn, typically used to signal or alert, and 'obscene gestures', which are non-verbal forms of communication often considered rude or offensive. The humor arises from the irony of using a standard, socially acceptable signal (honking) to express affection for something socially unacceptable (obscene gestures). However, it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | Honk if you love obscene gestures . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1087 | The text is a proverbial expression suggesting that inexperienced or rash people attempt things that wiser people avoid. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | Fools rush in where angels fear to tread . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1092 | The text appears to be a proverbial expression suggesting that truth does not need to hide or be secretive. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | Truth seeks no corners . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1093 | The text plays on the dual meaning of the word 'tax'. It refers to both the additional charge applied to the sale of goods and services, and it humorously implies a 'tax' related to Bill Clinton, possibly alluding to a political scandal or policy associated with him. The joke hinges on the unexpected and humorous connection between the cost of the watch and the concept of 'tax' in the context of Clinton. | Seen the new Clinton watch ? Only $ 5 . 95 . $ 54 . 95 with tax . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1100 | The text plays on the name 'Doc Jack Kevorkian', who was known for his support of euthanasia, suggesting an extreme solution for a common cold. The humor arises from the inappropriate match between the triviality of a cold and the serious connotation associated with Kevorkian's practices. | Have a cold ? Let me introduce you to Doc Jack Kevorkian . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1102 | The text uses a metaphorical comparison, attributing the qualities of an eagle's sharp vision, a lion's courage, and the delicacy or gentleness often stereotypically associated with a lady's hand to a good surgeon. It does not play on different meanings of the same word or similar-sounding words. | A good surgeon has an eagle ' s eye , a lion ' s heart , and a lady ' s hand . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1108 | The text is a proverbial expression meaning that showing confidence can inspire confidence in others. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words. | Confidence begets confidence . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1111 | The text seems to be a proverbial expression suggesting that one would have to make a great effort to satisfy everyone, which is an impossible task. It does not appear to play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect. | He had need rise early who would please everybody . | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1120 | The text is attempting to create a humorous effect by imitating the sound of an electric shock (ZZZAAPPOWWWWWW) as the person is speaking about cutting the power, but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for its humor. | Maybe I should cut the power before I - - ZZZAAPPOWWWWWW | The given text is a non-pun |
het_1121 | The text plays on the idiom 'mind like a steel trap', which usually means someone has a sharp or quick mind. However, by adding 'rusted shut', it humorously subverts the expectation, implying that the mind is no longer quick or effective, much like a rusted shut trap would be ineffective. | Mind like a steel trap - rusted shut ! | The given text is a non-pun |