Dilbert cartoon first published on Thursday 24th May 1990

Dilbert//404, first published 36 years ago on Thursday 24th May 1990

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dilbert witchcrat handy annoying luv frog fly dinner date love women

Official transcript

Dilbert and a woman sit at a restaurant table eating dinner. Dilbert asks, "So . . . Uh . . . Why did you decide to take up witchcraft?"

The woman replies, "It comes in handy."

The woman points to a fly circling the table and says, "For example, suppose I want to get rid of this annoying fly here."

The woman turns Dilbert into a frog and says, "Now be a luv . . ."

originally published on dilbert.com

Open source transcript

50... UH...

WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO TAKE UP WITCHCRAFT?

IT COMES IN HANDY.

FOR EXAMPLE, SUPPOSE I WANT TO GET RID OF THIS ANNOYING FLY HERE.

NOW BE A LUV...

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AI Analysis

Comic Strip Title: "A Luvly Idea"

This comic strip, originally published in 1990, features Dilbert and his coworker, Alice, in a humorous exchange.

Scene Overview

The scene unfolds in a dining setting, with Dilbert seated at a table and Alice standing nearby.

Dialogue and Punchline

• Dilbert inquires about Alice's decision to take up witchcraft, to which she responds, "It comes in handy."
• Alice then reveals her intention to use the craft to eliminate annoying flies, stating, "For example, suppose I want to get rid of this annoying fly here."
• With a mischievous grin, Alice waves her wand, and the fly is promptly eliminated, leaving her to exclaim, "Now be a luv."

Humor and Commentary

The comic strip's humor stems from its lighthearted portrayal of Alice's unconventional approach to dealing with pests, as well as the unexpected twist on traditional witchcraft practices. The exchange is a playful commentary on the creative ways people find to address everyday problems.

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