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"But his back's as crooked as a politician. " What's the meaning of the dialogue in FORREST GUMP?
2010년 10월 21일 오전 12:20
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It's a pun on the word 'crooked'. The two main meanings are (1) twisted out of shape or position; (2) (informal) dishonest or illegal. In the film, he has a problem with his back - it is twisted out of shape. Most people (native english speaking ones, anyway :)) think politicians are dishonest. The line is funny (and clever) because it juxtaposes the different senses of this word. So it shouldn't really make sense but it does. Do you get it, now? And do you think it's funny :)
2010년 10월 22일
"Crooked" has two meanings: 1. 曲 2. 偏斜
2010년 10월 21일
haha When I read your question Bush immediately came to mind. :P
2010년 10월 26일
Politicians are considered liars and crooks in many countries.
2010년 10월 21일
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