Subject: Tom Swifties (Page 10)

“I’ve deduced that this is the right way,” said Tom pathologically.

“I brush my teeth several times a day,” said Tom implacably.

“Your trousers have come apart!” was Tom’s unseemly comment.

“I have a BA in social work,” said Tom with a degree of concern.

“I visit my parents every Sunday,” said Tom weakly.

“These propulsion systems were used by NASA on moon rockets,” said Tom apologetically.

“Don’t give me the gears!” said Tom automatically.

“By convention!” cussed Tom airily.

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

“Can I become a chorister?” Tom inquired.

“I have those totals for you”, Tom added.

 “Your Honor, you’re crazy!” said Tom judgmentally.

“I'll have a martini,” said Tom, dryly.

“I ain’t afraid of those white men,” said Cochise bravely.

“Thank you so much, Monsieur,” said Tom mercifully.

“Why don’t you have some fruit?”, asked Tom with aplomb.

“OK, you can borrow it again,” Tom relented.

“We’ll need a higher price at auction,” Tom said morbidly.

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

“I’ve transferred my money back into a German bank account,” Tom remarked with interest.

“Please get into the elevator”, said Tom uppishly.