Tom Swifties
As Wikipedia explains it, “A Tom Swifty (or Tom Swiftie) is a phrase in which a quoted sentence is linked by a pun to the manner in which it is attributed.” It was named after the Tom Swift book series which began in 1910.
A few examples may be the best way to explain the format:
- “It’s freezing”, Tom muttered icily.
- “I might as well be dead,” Tom croaked.
- “I don’t have any more flowers,” Tom said lackadaisically.
- “Pass me the shellfish,” said Tom crabbily.
“Let’s see some more Tom Swifties!” Piggy promptly exclaimed.
Date: August 16, 2014
Categories: Articles and Posts by MBers, Nonrandom Craziness