Quote by Steven Wright

For my birthday I got a humidifier and a de-humidifier... I put them in the same room and let them fight it out.

For my birthday I got a humidifier and a de-humidifier... I

Summary

This quote is a humorous statement meant to convey the irony or absurdity of receiving two opposite devices (a humidifier and a de-humidifier) as birthday gifts. The speaker's intention of placing them in the same room and letting them "fight it out" serves as a comical image, suggesting a playful approach to resolving opposing forces. The quote highlights the whimsical nature of the situation and may be interpreted as a lighthearted reflection on unconventional or paradoxical circumstances.

By Steven Wright

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