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Funny Euphemisms

"Webster's New World Dictionary" defines "euphemism" as "the use of a word or phrase that is less expressive or direct but considered less distasteful, less offensive, etc. than another." Well, not necessarily, as you'll see with these funny -- and sometimes naughty -- euphemisms.
Top 10 Euphemisms for "Pet Owner"
From The Top 5 List via Cold Wet Nose.
Top 10 Rejected Mob Euphemisms for Killing a Guy
From "Late Show With David Letterman."
Top Nine Euphemisms for "Pet"
From TopFive via Cold Wet Nose.

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