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“I saw a specialist who asked me 'Are you familiar with the phrase faecal impaction?'. I said I think I saw that one with Glenn Close and Michael Douglas.”

Quote by Bob Monkhouse

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Bob Monkhouse, a British writer born on June 1, 1928, and passed away on December 29, 2003, was renowned for his humorous writing style and unique comedic talent. His works spanned across various domains including theater, radio, and television. more

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