The other day, one of the big shots was trying to say 'Nice shoes!' and he accidentally told a government minister that his face looked like a butt wart. Not good.

πŸ“– Carl Hiaasen

🌍 American  |  πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’Ό Writer

πŸŽ‚ March 12, 1953
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In a recent incident from Carl Hiaasen's book Chomp, a prominent figure attempted to compliment a government minister by saying "Nice shoes!" but ended up insulting the minister's appearance instead. This mishap highlights how a simple comment can go awry and create an awkward situation.

"Not good," as the quote suggests, captures the embarrassment and potential tension caused by the unintended insult. Such moments remind us of the importance of choosing words carefully to avoid unintended offense and maintain professionalism in social interactions.

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