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What does it mean?
A vulgar expression indicating contempt for amusement.
In plain terms
I reject fun.
What can you take from it?
Sometimes seriousness outweighs humor.

Where it applies

  • expressing frustration
  • artistic statement

Putting it to work

  • expressing strong disapproval

Questions to consider

  • Why reject amusement?
  • What drives seriousness?

Another view

Dismissing fun can be self-isolating.

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