Posted by Oi-not so Punk at c-24-125-75-20.va.client2.attbi.com on July 31, 2002 at 07:22:12:
Many times something will be said, and I think of something comical to say, but when I do it just doesn't have that ZING that it would if I had said it. Example:
"Is anyone here?"
My responce would be-"No-I mean YES!"
for that to be successful, both tone and timing are needed. You say "no" slow and softly... then wait EXACTLY 1 second then in a loud manner explaim "I mean" then even louder "YES" while extending the word to last no less than 1.65 seconds.
now THAT is comedy!