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What does it mean?
He declares himself an A-hole in a self-deprecating way.
In plain terms
He says 'I'm an A-hole'.
What can you take from it?
Self‑deprecation can be humorous.

Where it applies

  • stand‑up routines
  • radio banter

Putting it to work

  • using self‑insult for comic effect

Questions to consider

  • When is self‑deprecation effective?

Another view

The statement is vulgar and may alienate some listeners.

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