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I'm a big lover of the written (and spoken) word. The beauty of the English language is such that even mean things can be said beautifully. So, some of the best insults and cheeky rejoinders in the world have been shaped by some of the smartest, wittiest minds. Here are some of my all time favorites: If you like these, we've posted more famous witty responses in the past. |
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