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What does it mean?
A polite invitation that may hide a stingy motive or social joke.
In plain terms
Asking someone to stay for a meal.
What can you take from it?
Use simple invitations to build rapport.

Where it applies

  • dinner parties
  • casual offers
  • comedy sets

Putting it to work

  • social engagement
  • comedy writing
  • relationship building

Questions to consider

  • What does the offer reveal about the host?
  • Is the invite genuine?

Another view

Without context the true intent is unclear.

More from Jack Benny

  1. Jack: Breast of flamingo and gazelle steaks?

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  2. Jack: Well, only if you have enough. I'd hate for you to run out to the zoo just for me.

    Permalink to quote #27

  3. Cook: We have some breast of flamingo and gazelle steaks.

    Permalink to quote #24

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