OnAnOrange/Pun_recognition · Datasets at Hugging Face

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hom_1738	The text is a play on the phrase 'the work of 3 men' which usually implies that someone is very productive. However, it is followed by the names Larry, Moe, & Curly, who are the three stooges known for their slapstick comedy and not for being productive. This creates a humorous contrast and relies on the recognition of the names for the joke to work.	He does the work of 3 men . . . . Larry Moe & Curly .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1740	The text plays on the cultural saying 'Good girls go to heaven' by contrasting it with 'Bad girls go EVERYwhere,' using the emphasis on 'EVERYwhere' to create a humorous twist. However, it does not rely on different meanings of a single word or similar sounding words, but rather on the subversion of expectations.	Good girls go to heaven . Bad girls go EVERYwhere .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1741	The text is playing on the euphemistic phrase 'locationally challenged' as a humorous way to say 'lost', which is a more direct and common expression. It does not rely on a word with multiple meanings or similar-sounding words, but rather on a playful rephrasing.	I ' m not lost , I ' m " locationally challenged . "	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1743	The text is an idiomatic expression implying that where there is dirty work, there is money to be made. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Where there ' s muck there ' s brass .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1745	The text is a proverb suggesting that one should adapt to the customs of the places they visit, and does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	When in Rome , do as the Romans do .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1746	The text is a proverbial expression suggesting that a lot of small amounts accumulate to make a large amount. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	Many a mickle makes a muckle .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1752	The text is an old proverb suggesting that even someone of low status has certain rights, in this case, to look at a person of high status. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	A cat may look at a king .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1765	The text is a shortened form of the saying 'Great minds think alike,' but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Great minds agree .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1769	The text is a piece of advice or a saying that does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Never share a foxhole with anyone braver than you are .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1772	The text is a metaphorical saying that implies there is a cost or catch to anything that appears to be free, such as the danger for a mouse trying to get cheese from a trap. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	The only free cheese is in the mouse trap .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1774	The text is a proverb or saying that conveys a moral lesson about the consequences of quick decisions. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Hasty judgment leads to repentance .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1776	The phrase 'Take care of number one' is an idiomatic expression that means to look after oneself first. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	Take care of number one .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1777	The text appears to be a directive with a dark sense of humor, suggesting a physical action (kicking) to verify if someone is deceased. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	He ' s dead , Jim . Kick him if you don ' t believe me .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1779	The given text is a common saying or aphorism that suggests one's quality of life is determined by their actions and attitude. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Life is what you make of it .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1784	The text is a proverb suggesting that someone who commits a small theft is likely to commit a larger one. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	He that steals an egg will steal an ox .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1788	The text appears to be a piece of advice or wisdom, emphasizing the importance of one's own intuition or judgment. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Though thou hast ever so many counsellors , yet do not forsake the counsel of thy own soul .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1789	The text plays on the ambiguity of the instruction by suggesting that 'any key' can both continue and quit the process, which is a humorous take on computer prompts that often ask users to press any key to continue.	Press any key to continue or any other key to quit	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1793	The text is a famous quote attributed to Emiliano Zapata, expressing a preference for dignity and resistance over submission. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	It is better to die on one ' s feet than live on one ' s knees .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1800	The text seems to be a humorous observation about cats, suggesting that they serve no purpose. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous or rhetorical effect.	Cats remind us that not everything in Nature has purpose .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1802	The text plays on the double meaning of the word 'role.' It refers to a person's function or part in a particular situation, and it also implies acting a part in a play or film. However, the humor also derives from the unexpected twist of being important as a 'negative example,' which is typically not seen as a positive thing. This creates a form of wordplay based on the expectations associated with the word 'important role.'	You have an important role as a negative example .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1810	The text seems to be a proverb or a saying that emphasizes not to worry more about the loss of something less significant (the bell) than something more significant (the steeple). It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Fear not the loss of the bell more than the loss of the steeple .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1811	The text plays on the similarity between 'voltage' and 'postage'. Normally, an email would require sufficient 'postage' if it were a physical letter, but since it's an email, the joke is that it needs 'voltage' to be sent electronically. This is a pun because it exploits the similar-sounding words 'voltage' and 'postage'.	Your E - mail has been returned due to insufficient voltage	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1816	The text is making a statement about the rapid pace of technological advancement, suggesting that by the time a computer is paid off, it's already outdated. It does not rely on the different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	A paid up computer is , by definition , obsolete .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1817	The text seems to be a statement or observation about human behavior, suggesting that while actions might be correct, the motivations behind them often are not. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	Actions are usually right , but the reasons seldom are .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1818	The text is a proverb expressing the idea that two opposing parties can or should work together against a common enemy. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	The enemy of my enemy , is my friend .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1827	The text is a satirical statement that plays on the social commentary about welfare recipients depending on the work of others. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	WORK HARDER ! . . . Millions on Welfare depend on YOU !	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1829	The text is an idiom that means if you give someone a small amount of freedom or power, they will try to get a lot more. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	Give him an inch and he ' ll take a yard .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1839	The text plays on the dual meaning of 'delete Windows'. It suggests both the action of removing the Windows operating system to free up space and the humorous notion that deleting 'windows' (as in the physical objects) could somehow double space.	Double your hard disk space : DELETE WINDOWS !	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1842	The phrase 'Give credit where credit is due' is an idiom that means to acknowledge someone's contribution or work. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	Give credit where credit is due .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1845	The text appears to be an incomplete sentence lacking a verb, which might be an attempt at humor through incorrect grammar, but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	This tagline no verb .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1847	The text plays on the double meaning of 'darkroom,' which is a room for developing photographs, traditionally kept dark to prevent light from exposing the photographic materials. The humor arises from treating 'dark' as a substance that can escape when the door is opened, which is a play on the word 'dark' as both an adjective describing the absence of light and a noun as if it were a physical entity contained within the room.	Don ' t open the darkroom door ; it lets all the dark out .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1864	The text is a factual statement that one cannot milk a bull, as bulls are male and do not produce milk. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	You can ' t milk a bull .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1865	The text is a humorous statement that plays on the idea that money is typically desired for the things it can buy ('the stuff'), rather than the currency itself. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	It ' s not the money I want , it ' s the stuff .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1867	The text seems to be a statement about friendship and does not appear to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	A true friend does sometime venture to be offensive .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1869	The text does not appear to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect. It seems to be a straightforward statement without any linguistic ambiguities.	Why yes , I - do - work for a unit of the Illuminati .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1874	The text plays on the homophones 'sow' (to plant seeds) and 'shear' (to cut, typically wool from sheep) with 'so' (in this manner) and 'sheer' (very thin or transparent). The phrase 'sow thin, shear thin' is not a common expression and relies on the sound similarity to create a humorous effect.	Sow thin , shear thin .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1881	The text seems to express a sentiment about the intrusion of lawyers when fun begins, but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Sheesh ! You start havin ' fun , and they send the lawyers !	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1882	The text is a proverb suggesting that patience can lead to achieving one's desires. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	He that can have patience can have what he will .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1889	The text is making a humorous statement by suggesting that profound wisdom can be found in casual or trivial places such as T-shirt slogans and taglines. It does not rely on the different meanings of a single word or similar sounding words.	All true wisdom is found on T - shirts . - - And in taglines .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1890	The text is a common saying that suggests skepticism towards something that seems overly favorable. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	If it ' s too good to be true , then it probably is .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1893	The text plays on the double meaning of 'training' in 'training bras'. The primary meaning refers to a type of bra worn by young girls who are just beginning to need one. The pun exploits this by suggesting that 'training' could mean teaching something, as if the bras could learn.	Why do we have training bras ? What can we teach them ?	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1895	The text is a proverb expressing the idea that deceitful friends are more dangerous than obvious enemies. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	False friends are worse than open enemies .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1896	The text plays on the cultural and linguistic differences indicated by the phrases 'y'all' and 'youse guys', which are colloquialisms respectively associated with the Southern and Northern United States. The Mason-Dixon Line historically demarcates the boundary between these regions. The humor arises from the regional dialects rather than a play on the different meanings of a single word or similar-sounding words.	Mason - Dixon Line n . Separates y ' all from youse guys	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1897	The text implies that the sexual activity was so intense or loud that it metaphorically satisfied not just the participants but also the neighbors, as if they had participated and needed a cigarette, which is a common trope for relaxation after sex. It does not rely on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humor.	Last night sex was so good the neighbors lit cigarettes .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1898	The text is a proverb expressing the idea that politeness and good manners are essential to humanity. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	Manners maketh the man .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1899	The text is a proverb or saying that emphasizes the permanence of spoken words and does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	A word spoken is past recalling .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1900	The text is a play on the Miranda rights warning given by police in the United States, which includes the right to remain silent to avoid self-incrimination. However, the second part 'USE IT!' is an imperative, suggesting that the person should actually remain silent, possibly because they are talking too much. This does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	You have the right to remain silent . . . . USE IT !	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1901	The text seems to be a play on the phrase 'A fool and his money are soon parted,' but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect. It simply states that fools with money gain popularity quickly, likely due to their willingness to spend or lose it.	Fools and their money become popular quickly .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1902	The text is a proverb that implies children often resemble their parents in terms of behavior or traits, and does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	The apple never falls far from the tree .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1904	The text plays on the idiom 'sitting in the same boat', which means being in the same situation or facing the same challenges. However, it also humorously describes a literal scenario where one person is fishing while the other is rowing, without exploiting different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.	We ' re all sitting in the same boat : I fish , you row .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1908	The text is a saying that suggests a relationship between admiration and ignorance, implying that ignorance gives rise to admiration. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	Admiration is the daughter of ignorance .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1909	The text is making a statement about someone's usual condition without exploiting different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	You are confused ; but this is your normal state .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1910	The text is a proverb suggesting that those who live a life of violence will likely perish by violence. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	Live by the sword , die by the sword .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1911	The text seems to be a statement about a PC peripheral that is difficult to set up. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	User : The hardest - to - setup PC peripheral you can buy .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1914	The text plays on the different interpretations of the phrase based on the placement of the comma, which changes the meaning of the statements made by Bush and Clinton. It exploits the similarity in sound but different meanings due to punctuation and emphasis.	Bush says " No new taxes ! " , Clinton says , " No , NEW taxes ! "	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1916	The text is a proverbial statement that implies a cause-and-effect relationship between not working (idleness) and being poor (poverty). It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	Poverty is the reward of idleness .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1919	The text plays on the double meaning of 'bury the cat'. It could mean to literally bury a deceased cat, which is the expected meaning, but the humor arises from the revelation that the cat was actually moving, implying a struggle to keep the cat still for a non-lethal reason, such as a bath or a nap. This creates a darkly comic effect.	Took an hour to bury the cat . Silly thing kept moving . . .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1931	The text is a statement expressing an opinion about the relationship between ideas and those who believe in them, without exploiting different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	An idea is not responsible for fools who believe in it .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1935	The text is a proverbial expression that conveys the idea that every good thing has an unpleasant or difficult aspect. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Every rose has its thorn .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1937	The text is a proverb or saying that encourages hard work and diligence for future prosperity. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Plough deep while sluggards sleep , and you will have corn to sell and keep .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1939	The text is a humorous way to say someone is dead by using a technical term 'electroencephalographically' related to brain activity to imply the absence of brain waves in a dead person. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.	He ' s not dead , he ' s electroencephalographically challenged	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1949	The text plays on the stereotype of Canadians frequently using the interjection 'eh' and the similarity to the DOS command prompt 'C:\>', with 'EH' replacing the typical drive letter and backslash.	Canadian DOS prompt : EH ? \ >	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1950	The text is a play on the phrase 'Guns don't kill people, people kill people.' It replaces 'kill' with 'soak' to humorously adapt the phrase to the context of squirt guns, which are designed to squirt water. The humor arises from the unexpected substitution of the word 'soak' in a well-known saying, rather than from a double meaning or similar-sounding words.	Squirt guns don ' t soak people , People soak people .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1959	The text is a proverb suggesting that dressing well can create opportunities. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Good clothes open all doors .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1961	The text is a proverb or saying that contrasts the impact of words and physical violence, using 'blow' metaphorically to describe the effect of words and literally for the sword. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	A blow with a word strikes deeper than a blow with a sword .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1967	The text is a proverb illustrating a chain of causation, where a small oversight leads to significant consequences. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	For want of a nail the shoe is lost , for want of a shoe the horse is lost , for want of a horse the rider is lost .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1973	The text plays on the double meaning of 'draw fire.' In a literal sense, it could mean to create a fire by drawing, which is nonsensical, but in a metaphorical sense, 'drawing fire' means to attract criticism or hostility, which can indeed irritate those involved.	Never draw fire , it irritates everyone around you .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1981	The text is a proverb expressing the idea that striving for perfection can sometimes lead to a situation that is worse than if one had accepted something that was already good enough. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Better is the enemy of good .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1984	The text is a rhetorical question that plays on the common experience of dialing a wrong number and expecting it to be busy. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	How come wrong numbers are never busy ? ? ?	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1993	The text is a humorous observation attributed to Mark Twain that comments on the common human behavior of discussing the weather without being able to control it. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.	Everyone talks about the weather , but nobody does anything about it .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1997	The text plays on the phrase 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it,' suggesting that something should not be tampered with if it is functioning properly. However, 'let me have a shot at it' introduces a double meaning: one interpretation is to attempt to fix or meddle with something, and the other is a humorous suggestion that the speaker might break it if given the opportunity. This relies on the ambiguity of 'have a shot at it' for humorous effect.	If it ain ' t broke , let me have a shot at it .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_1998	The text is a saying that contrasts the concepts of age and treachery with youth and skill, but it does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	Age and treachery can always overcome youth and skill .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2000	The text is an idiom that means it's never too late to change one's ways or make amends. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	It ' s never too late to mend .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2003	The text plays on the word 'have' to imply a shift from having a social or active life to having a modem, which suggests that the person now spends their time on the internet instead of living life in the traditional sense. However, it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	I used to have a life , now I have a modem .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2007	The text is a humorous statement that plays on the expectation of a second rule, which is subverted by the implication that the speaker is following Rule #1 by not revealing more. It does not rely on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.	2 Rules for Success : Rule # 1 : Never reveal everything you know .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2013	The given text is a proverb that conveys the idea that being greedy can lead to losing everything. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	Grasp all , lose all .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2020	The text plays on the double meaning of 'where does this door go'. It can mean where does the door lead to when opened, or literally where does the door go if it becomes detached while in flight, which is humorously suggested by the elongated 'goooooooooooo....'.	Stewardess trainee : " Where does THIS door gooooooooooooo . . . . "	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2022	The text is a metaphorical expression implying that someone with less inherent ability or knowledge can achieve greater insights by building upon the work of greater minds before them. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Dwarf on a giant ' s shoulder sees farther of the two .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2026	The text is a statement that humorously contradicts itself. The speaker's claim of not being stubborn is immediately contradicted by their refusal to be convinced otherwise, but it does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.	I ' m NOT stubborn ! You can ' t convince me otherwise ! !	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2031	The text is a provocative rhetorical question implying a need for sexual favors to receive service, but it does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	Who do you have to sleep with to get service around here ?	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2035	The text seems to be a statement or a proverb about friendship, suggesting that a good friend does not cause offense. It does not appear to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	A good friend never offends .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2043	The text plays on the double meaning of the word 'error.' It refers to both a mistake in spelling and a technical error that a modem can correct. The humor arises from the mistaken belief that a modem's error-correcting capability could prevent spelling errors, which it cannot.	Misspelled ? Impossible . My modem is error correcting .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2046	The text is a humorous definition that plays on the unexpected comparison between a mouse and an armadillo, suggesting that an armadillo is like a mouse designed to overly detailed and possibly excessive government specifications. It does not rely on the different meanings of a single word or similar sounding words.	Armadillo : A mouse built to government specs .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2047	The text is a common proverb encouraging perseverance and does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	If at first you don ' t succeed , try , try again .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2049	The text is a play on the common warning found on vehicle mirrors, 'Objects in mirror are closer than they appear.' It substitutes 'mirror' with 'taglines' to create a humorous twist, but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.	Objects in taglines are closer than they appear .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2054	The text plays on the distortion of common phrases to mimic the slurred speech of someone under the influence of alcohol ('thinkle peep' instead of 'people think' and 'affluence of inkohol' instead of 'influence of alcohol'). It relies on the humor of mispronunciation and wordplay, which is characteristic of puns.	Some thinkle peep I ' m under the affluence of inkohol . . .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2059	The text plays on the irony of giving up one's right arm to become skilled with both hands (ambidextrous), which would actually prevent one from being ambidextrous. It's a humorous contradiction rather than a play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.	I ' d give my right arm to be ambidextrous .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2070	The text is a play on the common warning found on vehicle mirrors, 'Objects in mirror are closer than they appear,' but it humorously applies it to the context of T-shirt graphics, suggesting that the body underneath may be larger than the graphic implies. This exploits the familiar phrase for a humorous effect related to physical appearance rather than distance perception.	Objects under T - Shirt are larger than they appear .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2074	The text is a quote attributed to Napoleon Bonaparte that provides a cynical view of how history is written by the winners. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	History is a set of lies agreed upon by the Victors	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2075	The text is a proverb suggesting that small bait can catch a large fish, metaphorically meaning that small investments can lead to large returns. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Set a herring to catch a whale .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2082	The text is a proverb suggesting that people who are unhappy may get some consolation from knowing that others are unhappy too. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	Misery loves company .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2086	The text plays on the double meaning of 'high cost of living'. It refers both to the economic concept of expensive day-to-day expenses and humorously suggests that living (as in the state of being alive) is popular despite this 'cost'.	Despite the high cost of living , it remains popular .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2090	The text is a common saying that implies that virtuous people often meet an early death. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	Only the good die young .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2095	The text is a humorous statement that plays on the idea that statistics can be unreliable or manipulated, but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	53 . 7 % of all statistics are totally incorrect	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2098	The text does not provide enough context to determine if there is a play on words or similar-sounding words. It seems to be a straightforward statement without any apparent linguistic ambiguities.	She said she had nothing to wear . I smiled .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2105	The given text is a common saying that advises taking proactive measures rather than dealing with problems after they occur. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Prevention is better than cure .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2109	The text is a tautology, stating that memories of a person remind one of that person, which is an obvious statement. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.	Memories of you remind me of you .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2112	The text seems to express a preference for praise over criticism without relying on the different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.	To hell with criticism . Praise is good enough for me .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2115	The text is a play on the term 'millihelen,' which is a humorous unit of measurement invented to quantify beauty, based on Helen of Troy, whose beauty was said to have launched a thousand ships. It plays on the historical reference and the concept of quantifying beauty in a whimsical, non-standard unit.	MilliHelen : Amount of beauty needed to launch one ship .	The given text is a non-pun
hom_2123	The text plays on the double meaning of 'Virtual Reality'. One meaning refers to the computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional image or environment, while the other meaning is a humorous reference to the altered state of consciousness produced by LSD, which can be seen as a 'virtual reality' experience without the need for technology.	LSD : Virtual Reality without all the fancy hardware	The given text is a non-pun

hom_1738

The text is a play on the phrase 'the work of 3 men' which usually implies that someone is very productive. However, it is followed by the names Larry, Moe, & Curly, who are the three stooges known for their slapstick comedy and not for being productive. This creates a humorous contrast and relies on the recognition of the names for the joke to work.

He does the work of 3 men . . . . Larry Moe & Curly .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1740

The text plays on the cultural saying 'Good girls go to heaven' by contrasting it with 'Bad girls go EVERYwhere,' using the emphasis on 'EVERYwhere' to create a humorous twist. However, it does not rely on different meanings of a single word or similar sounding words, but rather on the subversion of expectations.

Good girls go to heaven . Bad girls go EVERYwhere .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1741

The text is playing on the euphemistic phrase 'locationally challenged' as a humorous way to say 'lost', which is a more direct and common expression. It does not rely on a word with multiple meanings or similar-sounding words, but rather on a playful rephrasing.

I ' m not lost , I ' m " locationally challenged . "

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1743

The text is an idiomatic expression implying that where there is dirty work, there is money to be made. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Where there ' s muck there ' s brass .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1745

The text is a proverb suggesting that one should adapt to the customs of the places they visit, and does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

When in Rome , do as the Romans do .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1746

The text is a proverbial expression suggesting that a lot of small amounts accumulate to make a large amount. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

Many a mickle makes a muckle .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1752

The text is an old proverb suggesting that even someone of low status has certain rights, in this case, to look at a person of high status. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

A cat may look at a king .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1765

The text is a shortened form of the saying 'Great minds think alike,' but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Great minds agree .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1769

The text is a piece of advice or a saying that does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Never share a foxhole with anyone braver than you are .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1772

The text is a metaphorical saying that implies there is a cost or catch to anything that appears to be free, such as the danger for a mouse trying to get cheese from a trap. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

The only free cheese is in the mouse trap .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1774

The text is a proverb or saying that conveys a moral lesson about the consequences of quick decisions. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Hasty judgment leads to repentance .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1776

The phrase 'Take care of number one' is an idiomatic expression that means to look after oneself first. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

Take care of number one .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1777

The text appears to be a directive with a dark sense of humor, suggesting a physical action (kicking) to verify if someone is deceased. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

He ' s dead , Jim . Kick him if you don ' t believe me .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1779

The given text is a common saying or aphorism that suggests one's quality of life is determined by their actions and attitude. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Life is what you make of it .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1784

The text is a proverb suggesting that someone who commits a small theft is likely to commit a larger one. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

He that steals an egg will steal an ox .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1788

The text appears to be a piece of advice or wisdom, emphasizing the importance of one's own intuition or judgment. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Though thou hast ever so many counsellors , yet do not forsake the counsel of thy own soul .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1789

The text plays on the ambiguity of the instruction by suggesting that 'any key' can both continue and quit the process, which is a humorous take on computer prompts that often ask users to press any key to continue.

Press any key to continue or any other key to quit

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1793

The text is a famous quote attributed to Emiliano Zapata, expressing a preference for dignity and resistance over submission. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

It is better to die on one ' s feet than live on one ' s knees .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1800

The text seems to be a humorous observation about cats, suggesting that they serve no purpose. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous or rhetorical effect.

Cats remind us that not everything in Nature has purpose .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1802

The text plays on the double meaning of the word 'role.' It refers to a person's function or part in a particular situation, and it also implies acting a part in a play or film. However, the humor also derives from the unexpected twist of being important as a 'negative example,' which is typically not seen as a positive thing. This creates a form of wordplay based on the expectations associated with the word 'important role.'

You have an important role as a negative example .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1810

The text seems to be a proverb or a saying that emphasizes not to worry more about the loss of something less significant (the bell) than something more significant (the steeple). It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Fear not the loss of the bell more than the loss of the steeple .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1811

The text plays on the similarity between 'voltage' and 'postage'. Normally, an email would require sufficient 'postage' if it were a physical letter, but since it's an email, the joke is that it needs 'voltage' to be sent electronically. This is a pun because it exploits the similar-sounding words 'voltage' and 'postage'.

Your E - mail has been returned due to insufficient voltage

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1816

The text is making a statement about the rapid pace of technological advancement, suggesting that by the time a computer is paid off, it's already outdated. It does not rely on the different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

A paid up computer is , by definition , obsolete .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1817

The text seems to be a statement or observation about human behavior, suggesting that while actions might be correct, the motivations behind them often are not. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

Actions are usually right , but the reasons seldom are .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1818

The text is a proverb expressing the idea that two opposing parties can or should work together against a common enemy. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

The enemy of my enemy , is my friend .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1827

The text is a satirical statement that plays on the social commentary about welfare recipients depending on the work of others. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

WORK HARDER ! . . . Millions on Welfare depend on YOU !

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1829

The text is an idiom that means if you give someone a small amount of freedom or power, they will try to get a lot more. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

Give him an inch and he ' ll take a yard .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1839

The text plays on the dual meaning of 'delete Windows'. It suggests both the action of removing the Windows operating system to free up space and the humorous notion that deleting 'windows' (as in the physical objects) could somehow double space.

Double your hard disk space : DELETE WINDOWS !

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1842

The phrase 'Give credit where credit is due' is an idiom that means to acknowledge someone's contribution or work. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

Give credit where credit is due .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1845

The text appears to be an incomplete sentence lacking a verb, which might be an attempt at humor through incorrect grammar, but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

This tagline no verb .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1847

The text plays on the double meaning of 'darkroom,' which is a room for developing photographs, traditionally kept dark to prevent light from exposing the photographic materials. The humor arises from treating 'dark' as a substance that can escape when the door is opened, which is a play on the word 'dark' as both an adjective describing the absence of light and a noun as if it were a physical entity contained within the room.

Don ' t open the darkroom door ; it lets all the dark out .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1864

The text is a factual statement that one cannot milk a bull, as bulls are male and do not produce milk. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

You can ' t milk a bull .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1865

The text is a humorous statement that plays on the idea that money is typically desired for the things it can buy ('the stuff'), rather than the currency itself. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

It ' s not the money I want , it ' s the stuff .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1867

The text seems to be a statement about friendship and does not appear to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

A true friend does sometime venture to be offensive .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1869

The text does not appear to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect. It seems to be a straightforward statement without any linguistic ambiguities.

Why yes , I - do - work for a unit of the Illuminati .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1874

The text plays on the homophones 'sow' (to plant seeds) and 'shear' (to cut, typically wool from sheep) with 'so' (in this manner) and 'sheer' (very thin or transparent). The phrase 'sow thin, shear thin' is not a common expression and relies on the sound similarity to create a humorous effect.

Sow thin , shear thin .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1881

The text seems to express a sentiment about the intrusion of lawyers when fun begins, but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Sheesh ! You start havin ' fun , and they send the lawyers !

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1882

The text is a proverb suggesting that patience can lead to achieving one's desires. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

He that can have patience can have what he will .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1889

The text is making a humorous statement by suggesting that profound wisdom can be found in casual or trivial places such as T-shirt slogans and taglines. It does not rely on the different meanings of a single word or similar sounding words.

All true wisdom is found on T - shirts . - - And in taglines .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1890

The text is a common saying that suggests skepticism towards something that seems overly favorable. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

If it ' s too good to be true , then it probably is .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1893

The text plays on the double meaning of 'training' in 'training bras'. The primary meaning refers to a type of bra worn by young girls who are just beginning to need one. The pun exploits this by suggesting that 'training' could mean teaching something, as if the bras could learn.

Why do we have training bras ? What can we teach them ?

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1895

The text is a proverb expressing the idea that deceitful friends are more dangerous than obvious enemies. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

False friends are worse than open enemies .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1896

The text plays on the cultural and linguistic differences indicated by the phrases 'y'all' and 'youse guys', which are colloquialisms respectively associated with the Southern and Northern United States. The Mason-Dixon Line historically demarcates the boundary between these regions. The humor arises from the regional dialects rather than a play on the different meanings of a single word or similar-sounding words.

Mason - Dixon Line n . Separates y ' all from youse guys

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1897

The text implies that the sexual activity was so intense or loud that it metaphorically satisfied not just the participants but also the neighbors, as if they had participated and needed a cigarette, which is a common trope for relaxation after sex. It does not rely on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humor.

Last night sex was so good the neighbors lit cigarettes .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1898

The text is a proverb expressing the idea that politeness and good manners are essential to humanity. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

Manners maketh the man .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1899

The text is a proverb or saying that emphasizes the permanence of spoken words and does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

A word spoken is past recalling .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1900

The text is a play on the Miranda rights warning given by police in the United States, which includes the right to remain silent to avoid self-incrimination. However, the second part 'USE IT!' is an imperative, suggesting that the person should actually remain silent, possibly because they are talking too much. This does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

You have the right to remain silent . . . . USE IT !

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1901

The text seems to be a play on the phrase 'A fool and his money are soon parted,' but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect. It simply states that fools with money gain popularity quickly, likely due to their willingness to spend or lose it.

Fools and their money become popular quickly .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1902

The text is a proverb that implies children often resemble their parents in terms of behavior or traits, and does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

The apple never falls far from the tree .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1904

The text plays on the idiom 'sitting in the same boat', which means being in the same situation or facing the same challenges. However, it also humorously describes a literal scenario where one person is fishing while the other is rowing, without exploiting different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.

We ' re all sitting in the same boat : I fish , you row .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1908

The text is a saying that suggests a relationship between admiration and ignorance, implying that ignorance gives rise to admiration. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

Admiration is the daughter of ignorance .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1909

The text is making a statement about someone's usual condition without exploiting different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

You are confused ; but this is your normal state .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1910

The text is a proverb suggesting that those who live a life of violence will likely perish by violence. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

Live by the sword , die by the sword .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1911

The text seems to be a statement about a PC peripheral that is difficult to set up. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

User : The hardest - to - setup PC peripheral you can buy .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1914

The text plays on the different interpretations of the phrase based on the placement of the comma, which changes the meaning of the statements made by Bush and Clinton. It exploits the similarity in sound but different meanings due to punctuation and emphasis.

Bush says " No new taxes ! " , Clinton says , " No , NEW taxes ! "

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1916

The text is a proverbial statement that implies a cause-and-effect relationship between not working (idleness) and being poor (poverty). It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

Poverty is the reward of idleness .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1919

The text plays on the double meaning of 'bury the cat'. It could mean to literally bury a deceased cat, which is the expected meaning, but the humor arises from the revelation that the cat was actually moving, implying a struggle to keep the cat still for a non-lethal reason, such as a bath or a nap. This creates a darkly comic effect.

Took an hour to bury the cat . Silly thing kept moving . . .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1931

The text is a statement expressing an opinion about the relationship between ideas and those who believe in them, without exploiting different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

An idea is not responsible for fools who believe in it .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1935

The text is a proverbial expression that conveys the idea that every good thing has an unpleasant or difficult aspect. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Every rose has its thorn .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1937

The text is a proverb or saying that encourages hard work and diligence for future prosperity. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Plough deep while sluggards sleep , and you will have corn to sell and keep .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1939

The text is a humorous way to say someone is dead by using a technical term 'electroencephalographically' related to brain activity to imply the absence of brain waves in a dead person. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.

He ' s not dead , he ' s electroencephalographically challenged

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1949

The text plays on the stereotype of Canadians frequently using the interjection 'eh' and the similarity to the DOS command prompt 'C:\>', with 'EH' replacing the typical drive letter and backslash.

Canadian DOS prompt : EH ? \ >

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1950

The text is a play on the phrase 'Guns don't kill people, people kill people.' It replaces 'kill' with 'soak' to humorously adapt the phrase to the context of squirt guns, which are designed to squirt water. The humor arises from the unexpected substitution of the word 'soak' in a well-known saying, rather than from a double meaning or similar-sounding words.

Squirt guns don ' t soak people , People soak people .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1959

The text is a proverb suggesting that dressing well can create opportunities. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Good clothes open all doors .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1961

The text is a proverb or saying that contrasts the impact of words and physical violence, using 'blow' metaphorically to describe the effect of words and literally for the sword. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

A blow with a word strikes deeper than a blow with a sword .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1967

The text is a proverb illustrating a chain of causation, where a small oversight leads to significant consequences. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

For want of a nail the shoe is lost , for want of a shoe the horse is lost , for want of a horse the rider is lost .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1973

The text plays on the double meaning of 'draw fire.' In a literal sense, it could mean to create a fire by drawing, which is nonsensical, but in a metaphorical sense, 'drawing fire' means to attract criticism or hostility, which can indeed irritate those involved.

Never draw fire , it irritates everyone around you .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1981

The text is a proverb expressing the idea that striving for perfection can sometimes lead to a situation that is worse than if one had accepted something that was already good enough. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Better is the enemy of good .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1984

The text is a rhetorical question that plays on the common experience of dialing a wrong number and expecting it to be busy. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

How come wrong numbers are never busy ? ? ?

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1993

The text is a humorous observation attributed to Mark Twain that comments on the common human behavior of discussing the weather without being able to control it. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.

Everyone talks about the weather , but nobody does anything about it .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1997

The text plays on the phrase 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it,' suggesting that something should not be tampered with if it is functioning properly. However, 'let me have a shot at it' introduces a double meaning: one interpretation is to attempt to fix or meddle with something, and the other is a humorous suggestion that the speaker might break it if given the opportunity. This relies on the ambiguity of 'have a shot at it' for humorous effect.

If it ain ' t broke , let me have a shot at it .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_1998

The text is a saying that contrasts the concepts of age and treachery with youth and skill, but it does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

Age and treachery can always overcome youth and skill .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2000

The text is an idiom that means it's never too late to change one's ways or make amends. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

It ' s never too late to mend .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2003

The text plays on the word 'have' to imply a shift from having a social or active life to having a modem, which suggests that the person now spends their time on the internet instead of living life in the traditional sense. However, it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

I used to have a life , now I have a modem .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2007

The text is a humorous statement that plays on the expectation of a second rule, which is subverted by the implication that the speaker is following Rule #1 by not revealing more. It does not rely on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.

2 Rules for Success : Rule # 1 : Never reveal everything you know .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2013

The given text is a proverb that conveys the idea that being greedy can lead to losing everything. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

Grasp all , lose all .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2020

The text plays on the double meaning of 'where does this door go'. It can mean where does the door lead to when opened, or literally where does the door go if it becomes detached while in flight, which is humorously suggested by the elongated 'goooooooooooo....'.

Stewardess trainee : " Where does THIS door gooooooooooooo . . . . "

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2022

The text is a metaphorical expression implying that someone with less inherent ability or knowledge can achieve greater insights by building upon the work of greater minds before them. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Dwarf on a giant ' s shoulder sees farther of the two .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2026

The text is a statement that humorously contradicts itself. The speaker's claim of not being stubborn is immediately contradicted by their refusal to be convinced otherwise, but it does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.

I ' m NOT stubborn ! You can ' t convince me otherwise ! !

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2031

The text is a provocative rhetorical question implying a need for sexual favors to receive service, but it does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

Who do you have to sleep with to get service around here ?

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2035

The text seems to be a statement or a proverb about friendship, suggesting that a good friend does not cause offense. It does not appear to exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

A good friend never offends .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2043

The text plays on the double meaning of the word 'error.' It refers to both a mistake in spelling and a technical error that a modem can correct. The humor arises from the mistaken belief that a modem's error-correcting capability could prevent spelling errors, which it cannot.

Misspelled ? Impossible . My modem is error correcting .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2046

The text is a humorous definition that plays on the unexpected comparison between a mouse and an armadillo, suggesting that an armadillo is like a mouse designed to overly detailed and possibly excessive government specifications. It does not rely on the different meanings of a single word or similar sounding words.

Armadillo : A mouse built to government specs .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2047

The text is a common proverb encouraging perseverance and does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

If at first you don ' t succeed , try , try again .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2049

The text is a play on the common warning found on vehicle mirrors, 'Objects in mirror are closer than they appear.' It substitutes 'mirror' with 'taglines' to create a humorous twist, but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.

Objects in taglines are closer than they appear .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2054

The text plays on the distortion of common phrases to mimic the slurred speech of someone under the influence of alcohol ('thinkle peep' instead of 'people think' and 'affluence of inkohol' instead of 'influence of alcohol'). It relies on the humor of mispronunciation and wordplay, which is characteristic of puns.

Some thinkle peep I ' m under the affluence of inkohol . . .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2059

The text plays on the irony of giving up one's right arm to become skilled with both hands (ambidextrous), which would actually prevent one from being ambidextrous. It's a humorous contradiction rather than a play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words.

I ' d give my right arm to be ambidextrous .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2070

The text is a play on the common warning found on vehicle mirrors, 'Objects in mirror are closer than they appear,' but it humorously applies it to the context of T-shirt graphics, suggesting that the body underneath may be larger than the graphic implies. This exploits the familiar phrase for a humorous effect related to physical appearance rather than distance perception.

Objects under T - Shirt are larger than they appear .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2074

The text is a quote attributed to Napoleon Bonaparte that provides a cynical view of how history is written by the winners. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

History is a set of lies agreed upon by the Victors

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2075

The text is a proverb suggesting that small bait can catch a large fish, metaphorically meaning that small investments can lead to large returns. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Set a herring to catch a whale .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2082

The text is a proverb suggesting that people who are unhappy may get some consolation from knowing that others are unhappy too. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

Misery loves company .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2086

The text plays on the double meaning of 'high cost of living'. It refers both to the economic concept of expensive day-to-day expenses and humorously suggests that living (as in the state of being alive) is popular despite this 'cost'.

Despite the high cost of living , it remains popular .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2090

The text is a common saying that implies that virtuous people often meet an early death. It does not play on different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

Only the good die young .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2095

The text is a humorous statement that plays on the idea that statistics can be unreliable or manipulated, but it does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

53 . 7 % of all statistics are totally incorrect

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2098

The text does not provide enough context to determine if there is a play on words or similar-sounding words. It seems to be a straightforward statement without any apparent linguistic ambiguities.

She said she had nothing to wear . I smiled .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2105

The given text is a common saying that advises taking proactive measures rather than dealing with problems after they occur. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Prevention is better than cure .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2109

The text is a tautology, stating that memories of a person remind one of that person, which is an obvious statement. It does not exploit different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for humorous effect.

Memories of you remind me of you .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2112

The text seems to express a preference for praise over criticism without relying on the different meanings of a word or similar-sounding words for a humorous effect.

To hell with criticism . Praise is good enough for me .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2115

The text is a play on the term 'millihelen,' which is a humorous unit of measurement invented to quantify beauty, based on Helen of Troy, whose beauty was said to have launched a thousand ships. It plays on the historical reference and the concept of quantifying beauty in a whimsical, non-standard unit.

MilliHelen : Amount of beauty needed to launch one ship .

The given text is a non-pun

hom_2123

The text plays on the double meaning of 'Virtual Reality'. One meaning refers to the computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional image or environment, while the other meaning is a humorous reference to the altered state of consciousness produced by LSD, which can be seen as a 'virtual reality' experience without the need for technology.

LSD : Virtual Reality without all the fancy hardware

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