This man's brother I was telling you about," said Spennie, "says there's only one rhyme in the English language to 'burglar', and that's 'gurgler'. Unless you count 'pergola', he says-

📖 P. G. Wodehouse

🌍 English  |  👨‍💼 Writer

🎂 October 15, 1881  –  ⚰️ February 14, 1975
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In P.G. Wodehouse’s book, "The Gem Collector," a character named Spennie shares an amusing observation regarding the word 'burglar'. He mentions that, according to his brother, there is only one true rhyme for 'burglar', which is 'gurgler'. This adds a humorous twist to the conversation, highlighting the playful nature of language and the quirks of rhyming.

Spennie also notes the potential for 'pergola' to be counted as a rhyme, showing a lighthearted approach to the topic. This interaction exemplifies Wodehouse's characteristic wit and the comedic exchanges that often take place in his writing.

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