A paraprosdokian is a figure of speech in which the latter part of a sentence or phrase is surprising or unexpected in a way that causes the reader or listener to reframe or reinterpret the first part. It is frequently used for humorous or dramatic effect. For this reason, it is extremely popular among comedians and satirists. I hope you enjoy these!
I asked God for a bike, but I know God doesn't work that way. So I stole a bike and asked for forgiveness.
Do not argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level and beat you with experience.
I want to die peacefully in my sleep, like my grandfather-- not screaming and yelling like the passengers in his car.
The last thing I want to do is hurt you. But it's still on the list
Evening news is where they begin with 'Good evening' and then proceed to tell you why it isn't..
To steal ideas from one person is plagiarism. To steal from many is research.
Dolphins are so smart that within a few weeks of captivity, they can train people to stand on the edge of a pool and throw them fish.
