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Haters, bullies, pests. Annoying people come in many forms, and we all have to deal with them now and then. A quick, sharp roast is sometimes enough to send them off with their tails between their legs, and seeing them go is oh so satisfying. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the quickest and cleverest comebacks to send your haters packing.
Things You Should Know
- Use comebacks that allow you to exit the situation, rather than escalating it.
- Avoid being insensitive about a person’s appearance, home life, or other factors that they can’t control.
- Talk to a counselor or trusted adult if someone won’t stop harassing you.
Steps
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QuestionWhat do you say when someone keeps copying everything you say?Chloe KingCommunity AnswerCrack a joke about them idolizing you or wanting to be you. Say something along the lines of "I just knew that someday everyone would look up to me" or "I must be really cool if you're trying this hard to be just like me."
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QuestionWhat good comeback can you use when someone is interrupting you?AinsleyCommunity AnswerJust simply interrupt them back. But not too much, a fight might break out. Just stop talking to them and say something like "Why are you interrupting me? I won't listen to you or talk to you because this isn't good for me or you" or " Say all you need to say right now so you won't need to interrupt me."
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QuestionWhat do you say when someone says "your voice sounds like nails on a chalkboard"?DinuliCommunity AnswerSay, "Oh I'm sorry, I think your hearings gone cuckoo! Well, suits your personality!"
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Tips
- The best comeback can be no comeback at all. When you waste energy arguing with a hater, you’re playing right into their hand. They just want to get a rise out of you, and dissing them right back might be exactly what they want. It’s better to ignore your haters and end that cycle before it begins. [4] X Research source If someone’s constantly on your back, talk to a counselor or a trusted friend or adult to solve the situation.Thanks
Warnings
- Being rude or insensitive, even to bullies, can lead to getting yourself in trouble.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/positively-media/202002/why-are-celebrities-targets-haters
- ↑ https://au.reachout.com/articles/what-to-do-when-someone-doesnt-want-help
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/thinking-makes-it-so/201402/the-pot-roast-principle
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/social-instincts/202211/how-brush-social-media-haters
About This Article
Dealing with a hater? One of the most satisfying things you can do is drop a devastating comeback right before you walk away. Remember, you’re trying to shut down the conversation, not escalate the fight. Try patting your pockets and saying, “Oh, will you look at that—I’m fresh out of craps to give.” Or you could try something like, “I’m sorry, did you have something useful or interesting to say? I’m still waiting.” You can also catch a hater off guard by calling them out without being mean. For instance, try saying “Are you okay? You seem really bitter,” or “You must be going through a lot if you feel the need to be so unkind.” Alternatively, try brushing them off with a lighthearted comment that lets them know they can’t get under your skin, like “Let’s agree to disagree. I can’t force you to be right!”
Reader Success Stories
- "I was arguing with my cousin and I remembered one of this comeback and I ended up winning the argument."
