(Describing his son-in-law's family) The family's so ugly, in the photo album, they keep the negatives!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Exaggerated insult suggesting family photos are kept as negatives due to appearance.
- In plain terms
- He joked the family looks bad in photos.
- What can you take from it?
- Insult jokes rely on hyperbole.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a good joke?
- Why do we tease?
Another view
Insults can damage relationships despite being jokes.
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