Quote by Terry Pratchett

I once absent-mindedly ordered Three Mile Island dressing in a restaurant and, with great presence of mind, they brought Thousand Island Dressing and a bottle of chili sauce

I once absent-mindedly ordered Three Mile Island dressing in

Summary

This quote humorously highlights a mistake made by the speaker when ordering food in a restaurant. The speaker mistakenly requested "Three Mile Island dressing," which doesn't actually exist. However, the restaurant staff cleverly improvises and brings them "Thousand Island dressing" along with a bottle of chili sauce, showcasing their quick thinking and sense of humor to accommodate the customer's mistake. The quote plays on the idea of being absent-minded and the ability to adapt and find a solution in unexpected situations.

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