In case you don't know what a Tom Swifty is, here is a definition:
Definition: a play on words consisting of a made-up quotation followed by a punning adverb.
Example: "I know who turned off the lights," Tom hinted darkly - is an example of a Tom Swifty.
Here are some biblical Tom Swifties:
* “She is bone of my bone,” said Adam disjointedly.
* “I have sinned,” said Adam originally.
* “I was afraid because I was naked,” said Adam embarrassedly.
* “We can use these leaves to make aprons,” said Eve figuratively.
* “What are you doing with the razor?” Samson asked baldly.
* “But Jacob has stolen my blessing,” wailed Esau plaintively.
And a few odds and ends:
* “Someone took my needle!” she said pointedly.
* “Oh no! I dropped my toothpaste!” he said crestfallen.
* “I got this cold after Mildred died,” the pastor croaked.
* “We buried her yesterday,” he added gravely.
Do a internet search and you can find hundreds.
Sunday, February 21, 2010
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