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Internet Slang
that's the joke
· phrase · internet
Reply to someone who took an obvious gag at face value.
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Said to someone who 'corrected' or earnestly engaged with a comment that was clearly satire. Both a tiny dunk and a public service so other readers know the original was a bit.
“Bro it's a parody account. That's the joke.”
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that's the joke In A Sentence
Bro it's a parody account. That's the joke.
Origin & Usage
Catchphrase from The Simpsons (Sideshow Bob, 'That's the joke') turned all-purpose Reddit reply. Often posted with the screencap.
People Also Ask
What does 'that's the joke' mean?
It's a reply to someone who took an obvious gag at face value, pointing out that the thing they're objecting to was the whole point.
How do you use 'that's the joke' in a sentence?
"'But that headline is ridiculous.' — 'Yeah… that's the joke.'"
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