Observation #5: The Setup, observed by Thomas Laramee
Advanced practitioners of stud theory may capitalize on instances of
boastfulness by actively seeking out victims, and
setting them up.
For example, let's say you already knew of your friend's
success on a test and you knew he was just waiting for an excuse to
tell (bragg to) someone. You could ask,
listener: "So, how did you do on the test the other day?"
speaker: "I got an 'A'."
listener: "Stud"
You may face rebuttle in this situation.
speaker: "Hey, that's not fair. You asked me."
listener: "So. That doesn't matter. Just check The Rules."
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