Quote by Steven Wright

I went down the street to the 24-hour grocery. When I got there, the guy was locking the front door. I said, 'Hey, the sign says you're open 24 hours.' He said, 'Yes, but not in a row.

I went down the street to the 24-hour grocery. When I got th

Summary

This quote humorously highlights the contradiction and playfulness of language. The speaker misunderstands the concept of a business being open "24 hours" to mean continuously open without interruption. The store employee cleverly responds by explaining that while they do honor the claim of being open 24 hours, it doesn't necessarily mean they will be open consecutively. This quote illustrates how misinterpretations can lead to comical situations and showcases the importance of clear communication.

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