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Can you name something that sounds like a compliment but it's actually an insult?

Posted - September 30, 2017

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  • 5354
    Sure, there ar lots of 'complimentary' words that are used as insults: Smart, Creative, A real Go-Getter, ...
      September 30, 2017 9:46 PM MDT
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  • 6124
    "Well, bless your heart..."
      September 30, 2017 10:31 PM MDT
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  • 7126
    I love how you're wearing that bag.


      September 30, 2017 10:37 PM MDT
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  • 16835
    Your in-laws are nicer than mine.
      September 30, 2017 11:17 PM MDT
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  • 2465
    Oh I like that one a lot. 
      October 2, 2017 12:23 AM MDT
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  • 7126
    You're a much better lover than your brother.
      September 30, 2017 11:24 PM MDT
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  • 2465
    Lmao
      September 30, 2017 11:35 PM MDT
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  • 16835
    BURRRRRN!
      October 1, 2017 6:04 PM MDT
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  • "You're so independent!  It's no wonder you haven't found anyone yet."

    "I didn't expect you to get the job ... congratulations!"

    "I really like your hair.  How long have you been dying it?"

    "You're a good driver for a woman."

      October 1, 2017 12:58 AM MDT
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  • 2465
    LOVE those. Thank you 
      October 2, 2017 12:24 AM MDT
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  • 22891
    no cant think of one right now
      October 1, 2017 5:56 PM MDT
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