Subject: Tom Swifties (Page 12)

“Consult an investment broker,” was Tom’s stock answer.

“I’ve gained thirty pounds,” said Tom heavily.

“I’m halfway up a mountain,” Tom alleged.

“Take me to the dance,” Mary bawled.

“Have some shampoo,” was Tom’s unconditional offer.

“I have been reading Voltaire,” Tom admitted candidly.

“I’m swimming in the middle of Paris!” shouted Tom insanely.

“I told you not to ride that horse,” Tom nagged.

“I lost my trousers,” said Tom expansively.

“I teach economics at the university,” Tom professed.

“For what we are about to receive, may the Lord make us truly thankful,” said Tom gracefully.

“I feel so empty,” said Tom vacuously.

“The bank doesn’t want me as a customer,” said Tom unaccountably.

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

“I really like hot dogs,” he said with relish.

“I think I’ve broken my leg ”, reported Tom lamely.

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

“Do you know the location?” asked Tom warily.

“This is the most common language used on micros,” said Tom basically.

“Rowing so much hurts my hands,” said Tom callously.

“I don’t work here on a regular basis,” said Tom casually.