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What does it mean?
The speaker says they are currently drunk, will be sober tomorrow, and predicts the other person will remain crazy forever.
In plain terms
They claim tomorrow sobriety and the other's lasting craziness.
What can you take from it?
Contrast temporary state with permanent condition.

Where it applies

  • argumentative banter
  • humorous insult

Putting it to work

  • use contrast for comedic effect
  • assert superiority

Questions to consider

  • Why emphasize tomorrow's sobriety?
  • What does this reveal about the speaker?

Another view

Relies on personal insult; may offend.

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