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Which sentence is an example of a pun?

A. I want to look for my watch, but I can never seem to find the time.
B. By making cupcakes for them, I can kill two birds with one stone.
C. It is often wise to keep your friends close and your enemies closer.
D. She explained the novel so well that she hit the nail on the head.
E. She did not help with dinner because too many cooks can spoil the broth.



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A pun utilizes wordplay and multiple meanings of words for humor. Example: 'By making cupcakes for them, I can kill two birds with one stone.'


Explanation:

A pun is a form of wordplay that exploits multiple meanings of a word or words that sound similar but have different meanings. In the context of the sentences provided, option B, 'By making cupcakes for them, I can kill two birds with one stone,' is an example of a pun as it plays on the literal meaning of 'kill two birds with one stone' while also implying accomplishing two things at once.


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