Subject: Tom Swifties (Page 10)

“I’ve got a new watch,” Tom said with abandon.

“I’m on social security,” said Tom dolefully.

“Angel dust? Me? Never touch it!” Tom snorted.

“I used to feed the lions at the zoo,” said Tom offhandedly.

“We have no oranges,” Tom said fruitlessly.

“I had an accident in the kitchen,” said Tom with panache.

“Get out of my hair,” was Tom’s brush-off.

“I have to fix the car,” said Tom mechanically.

“I wrote the book on that subject”, said Tom authoritatively.

“Have you seen my collection of ancient Chinese artifacts?” asked Tom charmingly.

“Emily has put on weight,” said Tom emphatically.

“So, it’s a duel you want!” Tom shot back.

“I bought myself fifty hamburgers and I’ve only ten left,” said Tom with fortitude.

“I presented my case to the judge,” Tom said briefly.

“It’s a German song,” Tom lied.

“The executioner has received the tool he needs”, said Tom with a heavy accent.

“I must be on a visit”, Tom guessed.

“I wouldn’t mind going with you to the tennis match,” she said gamely.

“Will you quit rustling around in my closet!” said Leif.

“Sorry! I’ve accidentally pierced your cheek instead,” said Tom mysteriously.

“I’d better repeat that SOS message,” said Tom remorsefully.