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May 02, 2019
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Little Known Types Of Eclipse

2 min • 232 words • 73 comments • podcast (3 min)
Scott Alexander humorously invents various absurd types of 'eclipses', ranging from astronomical to metaphorical and apocalyptic. Longer summary
This post humorously explores various fictitious types of eclipses, starting with genuine astronomical events and gradually progressing to increasingly absurd and metaphorical 'eclipses'. Scott Alexander begins with real lunar and solar eclipses, then introduces imaginary concepts like 'terrestrial eclipse' and 'atmospheric eclipse'. The list becomes more fanciful, including 'motivational eclipse', 'marital eclipse', and even religious and apocalyptic variations. The tone is playful and satirical, using the concept of eclipses as a vehicle for wordplay and cultural references. Shorter summary
Oct 17, 2016
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The Moral Of The Story

9 min • 1,238 words • 141 comments
Scott presents a series of short stories, each concluding with a pun-based moral, demonstrating his wit and love for wordplay. Longer summary
This post is a collection of short stories or anecdotes, each followed by a pun-based moral. The stories cover various topics, from fairy tales to technology, and each ends with a clever wordplay that relates to a common saying or cultural reference. The author warns about puns at the beginning and mentions that some content is self-plagiarized from their social media. The overall tone is humorous and playful, showcasing the author's wit and fondness for wordplay. Shorter summary
Jun 15, 2015
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Fifty (More) Swifties

5 min • 699 words • 171 comments
The post presents 50 'Tom Swifties', a form of wordplay involving quotes and related adverbs, demonstrating the author's wit and knowledge across various fields. Longer summary
This post is a collection of 50 'Tom Swifties', a form of wordplay where a quoted sentence is linked to an adverb that relates to the quote in a punning manner. The author extends this concept beyond just Tom, including other characters and historical figures. The puns range from simple to complex, often requiring knowledge of literature, history, or current events to fully appreciate. The post demonstrates the author's wit and extensive knowledge across various fields, while also showcasing their ability to craft intricate wordplays. Shorter summary