Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

A joke is like building a mousetrap from scratch. You have to work pretty hard to make the thing snap when it is supposed to snap.

A joke is like building a mousetrap from scratch. You have t

Summary

This quote by American comedian Stan Laurel highlights the effort and craftsmanship required to create a successful joke. Similar to crafting a mousetrap, a joke needs careful construction and timing to achieve the desired effect when delivered. It emphasizes the importance of a well-crafted punchline and the precise execution needed to ignite laughter from the audience. Just like building a mousetrap, a joke requires hard work, attention to detail, and skillful planning to make it effective and humorous.

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By Kurt Vonnegut

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