Use the word Actually

Actually is actually one of my favourite words. Just like with air quotes and qualifiers, with it I can transform a compliment into a back-handed insult.

It works very easily, consider the following example:

Compliment: You make a good point.

Now, add the word actually. Add it anywhere.

You actually make a good point.
Actually, you make a good point.
You make a good point, actually.

It's more of a backhanded compliment now, because it expresses the fact that the positive outcome is actually somewhat of a surprise. The word actually is your way of complimenting someone but establishing that expectations were very low.

You actually look good in that outfit.
You are welcome to join us this Friday, actually.
Actually, I will go out with you. Actually.

The more actually you add to a sentence the better.

Anyway, that's just my latest tip. And remember: when you take advice from Vollman you always get exactly what you deserve.


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