I didn't attend the funeral
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I didn't attend the funeral,
but I sent a nice letter saying I approved of it.
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Meaning
This quote is dark humor that pretends approval of a funeral in place of attendance. It uses politeness to deliver a cruel joke.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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