40 Times People Got Dragged Back To Earth With The Help Of Hilariously Savage Comebacks

Have you ever found yourself in the midst of a heated argument, feeling like a deer caught in the headlights, desperately searching for a snappy reply? But here’s the thing: that clever comeback doesn’t always arrive when we need it most. Instead, it often sneaks up on us when we least expect it. We’ve all been there, haven’t we? But today, let’s pay a tribute to the champions of banter.

Introducing the subreddit r/MurderedByWords, a treasure trove for “well-constructed put-downs, comebacks, and counter-arguments”. We’ve collected some of the most brilliant ways people have ended disagreements. So buckle up and get ready to dive into the art of winning an argument with style.

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#3 They Didn’t See This One Coming

The subreddit r/MurderedByWords was created back in 2016 and it didn’t take much time for it to attract a significant following. Currently, they have a whopping 2.8 million members who share and admire the art of clever comebacks.

“The way we see it, a murder should (but doesn’t always have to) be more than a quick response or retort. The best murders are well-constructed, thought-out responses that leave the opening argument completely without any ability to reply. In other words, their point has been totally demolished. Now, obviously, there’s more than one way to murder with words, and sometimes a quick rapier thrust or stab to the heart (a short, swift reply) can be just as deadly as a drawn-out murder, and you’ll frequently see both types in this sub,” the moderators of the subreddit have previously told We.

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#5 M**dered By Tasty Words

#6 Aussies Would Like To Have A Word

While ruthless put-downs might be entertaining online, things work differently when you argue with someone face-to-face. As tension rises and responses become quite personal, you might find yourself seeking common ground rather than tearing each other down.

Arguments can happen unexpectedly in various places: between partners, friends, family members, at work, or even with strangers you’ve just met. When emotions run high, it’s not always easy to keep yourself from losing control. Nevertheless, the wise choice would be to exercise restraint and self-control in such situations.

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#9 One Hour Dry Burgers

Clever put-downs or comebacks might end an argument for good. However, have you ever found yourself re-running the same fight with your partner or family member? It sounds too familiar, right? According to Linda Blair, a chartered clinical psychologist, you don’t have to go on like this. There are many ways to stop the endless quarrel.

Blair, in her insightful piece for The Guardian, suggests six techniques to consider to bring closure to a seemingly endless argument:

The DIY approach – Let go of the things that bother you by realizing that the problem lies not in your partner’s actions, but in how you react and get annoyed by them.The digging-under approach – If you want to figure out what your argument is really about, your job is to discover the underlying difference that is causing it.The ring-fencing game – You can have an argument at set times and for a set duration.The balancing act – Each partner chooses a behavior they find annoying in the other and suggests a positive alternative. Then, whenever the argument comes up, both partners agree to act in the positive manner instead of arguing.Fifty shades of grey – To approach your argument more calmly, agree to take a break whenever it starts. Wait for at least 20 minutes to let emotions settle down and clear your mind. Then, come together and each suggest five ways the other person could behave or react that wouldn’t be upsetting. Keep talking until you find a compromise that works for both of you.The debating game – Both individuals should try to see things from their partner’s perspective. Take turns arguing from the other person’s side, spending about 10 minutes or until you feel you’ve explored all perspectives. Then share with your partner what you have learned from this exercise.

You can read more about it here.

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