Quote by Calvin Trillin

We all know funny people who can't get it down on the page - even funny writers who can't get it down on the page.

We all know funny people who can't get it down on the page -

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This quote implies that there are individuals who possess a great sense of humor in person but struggle to convey that same humor effectively through writing. It suggests that being funny in spoken conversations might not necessarily translate into being able to write humorously. Even those who are known for their comedic writing may face difficulties in getting their humor across on paper. The quote underlines the distinction between being naturally funny and having the ability to effectively capture and communicate that humor in written form.

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