50 Of The Most Brilliant Comebacks Ever Screenshotted, As Shared On The ‘Clever Comebacks’ Twitter Page (New Pics)
Comeback refers to a quick reply to a critical remark which basically shuts down the critic immediately. The best comebacks are always a step ahead in restoring karma, defending the accused ones, and making that snap which is entertaining to anyone who witnesses it.
And since experiencing a real-life clapback which is both fun and witty is somewhat rare, we turn to the internet, or this Twitter page, to be precise, to give ourselves a masterclass in savage comebacks.
Named “Clever Comebacks,” the page is busy sharing exactly what it promises in the title and from 75.5k followers, it seems like it’s doing a pretty good job. More masterclass comebacks from the same account can be found in our previous feature right here!
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Call the fire department, thats is not a burn, thats a frikking forest fire....
In a previous interview, Bored Panda spoke with Abigail Paul, an actress, standup comedian and improviser who has been giving seminars on incorporating theatre techniques for purposes beyond the stage to schools, businesses and organizations.
Abigail argues that the secret to any comeback is connection. “If you are really listening to (and connecting with) another person, you are taking them in fully, aware of who they are, the context in which you are dealing with this person,” she said.
if the shoes are long enough that takes care of social distancing
Moreover, according to the comedian, people do this assessment unconsciously. In fact, we aren't even always aware that we are always sizing up other people. “This is too often because we are so focused on ourselves.” A great comeback feels great because it was earned, Abigail argues. “It was spontaneous. The commenter was probably really listening. It was unique to that moment, set of people, situation,” she told us some time ago.
Yeah, that’s because we’re so.... I can’t be bothered to finish that sentence 🥱😴
One of the biggest challenges in saying a comeback is making sure it doesn’t sound mean. But Abigail reminds us that a comeback is not a clapback. The latter one “is generally sarcastic, but a clapback might be fun among friends.”
At the same time, the context of a situation always matters. “In working on status exercises in improv, we try to get people to see that the easiest way to raise another person's status is to lower their own. We see that in standup comedy too. Usually it works best if the comic is the butt of the joke, not the audience. (There are plenty of exceptions.)”
And also, expecting them to be happy is first of all sexist, and also dumb because how would they be happy when so many problems plague femalekind, like pink tax, groping, jerks like this guy, etc. Today in my bus some guy apparently pulled up the shirt of & touched this girl in her private parts. That girl is a 4th grader, and that guy is that age or younger! (my school goes from Nursery to 12th grade).
Haters gonna hate. Potatoes gonna potate. Karens gonna talk to a lawyer about suing an underage child. Something tells me there's more than just hairstyle why kids call that karen, karen.
While you don’t need to be too self-effacing for a good comeback, if it can lift other people up, the job is done. “When it works well and gains the speaker a laugh and cements the bond that says, we are in this together,” Abigail explained.
While comebacks can be used as an excellent communication tool, listening skills are the most important thing. “Paying attention, making accurate observations about the people in the room, and how they feel—these are the tools that will make a comeback really shine,” Abigail explained.
My granddad died of Parkinson’s so it would be a slap in the face for me if a cure is discovered now
certainly played a part in my communism love story comrade
I think it was probably about a printer, have you ever tried to print something black and white when there is no magenta?
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"...until your political opinions came out." If you've heard just ONE song by Rage Against the Machine and not instantly known their political stance VERY CLEARLY, you are one dense MF!
We had Internet in the 90s, but yeah, fax machines are the worst. I remember spam sent via fax, so your fax machine runs out of paper overnight. Only once I was able to catch one of those Fax spammers and send them the same "F___ You" page over and over until their roll run out.
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The machine in question is a printer. It's always going to be a printer and we will all rage against printers for all eternity
Tom Morello is one of the most amazing guitarists on the planet. He is famous not only for his musical talent, but also for his willingness to be involved in the causes he believes in. Shut your face Scott Cate...Canste....wait what was your name again?
He has a degree in poli sci from Harvard, why wouldn't he be political?
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Does this “Summer’s Eve” kinda guy not know any popular music of the past 100 years? I mean, if P!nk is his only other source, it makes sense. Cole Porter? Bob Dylan? - I was gonna make a list, but realised the vast majority of music IS political in some sense. Even Mariah’s “All I Want For Christmas” has political connotations. (The most basic definition: “ Based on or motivated by self-serving interests, especially in attempting to gain power or to please people of a higher rank in an organization.”)
In case of RATM their political opinions comes out around 30 second into the first song of their debut album.
Why is it all these conservatives don't know the political leaning of Rage Against the Machine? This must be the fourth conservative making the same mistake.
Have been to 2 of their concerts. The most powerful lyrics and such badass energy.
Same. The second time around, I saw them with Tool. The whole show was so high-energy, I thought I was gonna have a heart attack! Good times!
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Vietnow, take the power back, killing in the name, war without a face, freedom, bulls on parade, know your enemy.... Damn, if only RatM had left a subtle.clue about their opinion towards the government
"rage against the machine" are they dreams of my cat battling and slaying the vacuum cleaner. Sadly he will never be brave enough to do so in real live.
And this a*****e is JUST NOW figuring out what Rage's music is all about!? In fact, that's what. Lot of music does for many: It allows them to express what they think on s**t that matters. It is called art for a reason after all.
I’m glad someone finally admitted to it because my microwave & dishwasher has been terrorizing me for years, but I thought *I* was all alone ❤️
Wait…. This guy is complaining that a band, who’s whole name and theme revolves around speaking out against the government, states their political opinions? Hilarious. Makes me want to listen to some current RATM
I can not stop laughing reading all the comments here. The comment section is as interesting as the article. Thank you guys.
I had a yt woman tell me she used to be a fan of Public Enemy until they got all political...
I want a dishwasher-bashing song. It should be called "Broken Plates and Dirty Glasses Blues".
Scott singing along to Rage in his car: "Those who wear the big crosses, are the same that make sauces."
This is dumb! I respect the fact that they can sing or rap about whatever they want to. That is absolutely their right but I prefer not to listen to music with a political agenda. Even if I agree with the agenda, I just want to hear music
Obviously that OP hasn’t actually listened to the words of RATMs songs.
Has to have been a vacuum. My dog was convinced it was evil and dangerous and would go nuts every time I turned it on.
The copy printer fax combo will definitely cause rage as all 3 can not work together under any circumstances😂😂
"I was a fan until your political opinions come out." (sic) - Translation "I saw your face and wanted to make sweet love to you, but then I heard your music."
I think there's a strong argument for a printer. I swear those things can smell fear, and will print extra slowly before a deadline
Just want to point out that Rage Against the Machine were against government control in general and the military war machine. They were not against 'Republicans' only. The majority of their top songs were released when Bill Clinton was president. They were equal opportunity 'Ragers'
The printer, obviously. What other machine creates such extreme frustration?
True beauty comes from the inside. This new gf must be a better person than the ex.
and PASSPORTS! EVERY COUNTRY YOU'VE BEEN TO HAD THOSE!! THE HORRORR
well it involves a time machine, some ballpoint pens and a whole lot of dumplings. Who's with me?
I get so mad at this, if the rest of the clothes turned back, why didn’t the shoe? And also if the shoe didn’t turn back when it fell off, why didn’t she take off other things so they would stay?
do. not. put. the. salmon. in. the. wet. towels. and. then. the. microwave.
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Frank Zappa once said when you reduce a concept to a bumper sticker mentality you are in deep s**t. Lots of snappy comebacks though.
Yeah I feel like I saw all these before. Here. On BP.
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Lol once in class my teacher said the name of some show that I forgot it’s name, and one kid was like,” lemme guess, an old person show,” and the teacher just stopped in her tracks but she is a nice teacher so she didn’t take it too seriously and later she was talking about discounts, and said that there are discounts for people like senior discounts and she said specifically to the one kid that no, she isn’t old enough for it not expecting anything, and he said “really?” It was hilarious lol
Including all the religious posts, seems you just wanted to start a thread on bulling 😂 man, this comment section was harsh! edit: why the down votes? I never said I didn't agree with it, only stated the bullying.
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Likely because, sadly, they are presenting themselves often as the most ridiculous figures in our modern society today. When you spout fully ignorant rhetoric about atheists or women or groups of people in general, why would you be surprised you're going to get owned?
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Frank Zappa once said when you reduce a concept to a bumper sticker mentality you are in deep s**t. Lots of snappy comebacks though.
Yeah I feel like I saw all these before. Here. On BP.
Load More Replies... Lol once in class my teacher said the name of some show that I forgot it’s name, and one kid was like,” lemme guess, an old person show,” and the teacher just stopped in her tracks but she is a nice teacher so she didn’t take it too seriously and later she was talking about discounts, and said that there are discounts for people like senior discounts and she said specifically to the one kid that no, she isn’t old enough for it not expecting anything, and he said “really?” It was hilarious lol
Including all the religious posts, seems you just wanted to start a thread on bulling 😂 man, this comment section was harsh! edit: why the down votes? I never said I didn't agree with it, only stated the bullying.
Your consideration is greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Load More Replies... Likely because, sadly, they are presenting themselves often as the most ridiculous figures in our modern society today. When you spout fully ignorant rhetoric about atheists or women or groups of people in general, why would you be surprised you're going to get owned?
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