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Shakespeare, Get your Adversary to Shut-up

“Shrew my heart, You never spoke what did become you less Than this.”  (Winter’s Tale, act 1, sc. 2) Tips for Use.  Express your dismay and disagreement at what has been said or implied. Equally an elegant way to say, … Continue reading

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Shakespeare’s Optimal Comeback, Insult or Retort to Stupid Remark

“Thy lips rot off” (Timon of Athens act 4, sc. 3) Tips for Use.  Excellent way out when you cannot immediately come up with a retort to a witticism or accusing remark of which you are the subject. Equally usable … Continue reading

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