Subject: Tom Swifties (Page 26)

“This boat is leaking,” said Tom balefully.

“I wonder if there’s a number between seven and nine,” said Tom considerately.

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

“That’s already been taken care of,” Tom pretended.

“Dorothy, if you’re going to Oz again, I’m going with you,” Em barked.

“My cat George is my dearest friend,” Tabitha purred.

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

“I wonder if I’d have better luck if I fished with a net,” Tom debated.

“It’s freezing,” Tom muttered icily.

“There’s a high charge for supporters traveling by coach,” said Tom with considerable fanfare.

“This salad dressing has too much vinegar,” said Tom acidly.

“I need some suspenders for my pants,” Tom upheld.

“This boat leaks,” said Tom balefully.

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

“If I let go of the ceiling it will collapse,” Tom upheld.

“This must be an aerobics class,” Tom worked out.

“Who discovered radium?” asked Tom curiously.

“Aha! Here’s someone who can’t speak!” exclaimed Tom dumbfoundedly.

“I have a gift for you,” said Tom presently.

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

“This looks like the fruit of the blackthorn,” said Tom slowly.