50 Savage Comebacks That Left No Survivors

Talkers debate. Masters obliterate.You’ll find the latter at theRare Insultssubreddit, where the internet’s most skillful verbal assassins gather to admire the sharpest, most unexpected burns ever delivered. Some are immediate mic drops, others take a second to register—but once they do, there’s no forgetting them.We’ve pulled together some of the finest examples—pure linguistic perfection that will have you grinning, wincing, and maybe even taking notes. Enjoy.This post may includeaffiliate links.RELATED:There’s something so deeply satisfying about witnessing a perfectly timed insult (especially when you’re not on the receiving end). It almost makes you want to jot them down for future use, ready to deploy at just the right moment. But having a great comeback in your arsenal isn’t enough—you also need sharp reflexes to deliver it at the perfect time. Otherwise, the moment is lost.Nigerian actor and stand-up comedian Emmanuel Ahiaba, also known asMC Youngee, tellsBored Pandathat timing is everything when it comes to a good comeback. In his profession, hecklers are an unavoidable part of the job, so knowing how to shut them down on the spot is an essential skill.“Just like in every other form of performance art, there are always people who don’t know how to enjoy the show. Some want to make themselves part of it and end up heckling the comedian,” MC Youngee explains. “I’ve had my fair share of this, and most times, the comedian wins. A quick, witty comeback can completely turn the moment around and get an incredible reaction from the audience.”He recalls one particular night when an audience member interrupted him while he was talking about marriage. “I asked him, ‘Are you married?’ He said no, so I replied, ‘I don’t answer my throwbacks.’” The crowd erupted, and the heckler backed down instantly. “Trust me, these moments come spontaneously, and more often than not, they end up being the highlight of the show.”See Also on Bored PandaContinue reading with Bored Panda PremiumUnlimited contentAd-free browsingDark modeSubscribe nowAlready a subscriber?Sign InSee Also on Bored PandaSee Also on Bored PandaSee Also on Bored PandaSee Also on Bored PandaModal closeAdd New ImageModal closeAdd Your Photo To This ListPlease use high-res photos without watermarksOoops! Your image is too large, maximum file size is 8 MB.Not your original work?Add sourcePublish

Talkers debate. Masters obliterate.

We’ve pulled together some of the finest examples—pure linguistic perfection that will have you grinning, wincing, and maybe even taking notes. Enjoy.

This post may includeaffiliate links.

RELATED:There’s something so deeply satisfying about witnessing a perfectly timed insult (especially when you’re not on the receiving end). It almost makes you want to jot them down for future use, ready to deploy at just the right moment. But having a great comeback in your arsenal isn’t enough—you also need sharp reflexes to deliver it at the perfect time. Otherwise, the moment is lost.Nigerian actor and stand-up comedian Emmanuel Ahiaba, also known asMC Youngee, tellsBored Pandathat timing is everything when it comes to a good comeback. In his profession, hecklers are an unavoidable part of the job, so knowing how to shut them down on the spot is an essential skill.“Just like in every other form of performance art, there are always people who don’t know how to enjoy the show. Some want to make themselves part of it and end up heckling the comedian,” MC Youngee explains. “I’ve had my fair share of this, and most times, the comedian wins. A quick, witty comeback can completely turn the moment around and get an incredible reaction from the audience.”He recalls one particular night when an audience member interrupted him while he was talking about marriage. “I asked him, ‘Are you married?’ He said no, so I replied, ‘I don’t answer my throwbacks.’” The crowd erupted, and the heckler backed down instantly. “Trust me, these moments come spontaneously, and more often than not, they end up being the highlight of the show.”See Also on Bored PandaContinue reading with Bored Panda PremiumUnlimited contentAd-free browsingDark modeSubscribe nowAlready a subscriber?Sign InSee Also on Bored PandaSee Also on Bored PandaSee Also on Bored PandaSee Also on Bored Panda

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There’s something so deeply satisfying about witnessing a perfectly timed insult (especially when you’re not on the receiving end). It almost makes you want to jot them down for future use, ready to deploy at just the right moment. But having a great comeback in your arsenal isn’t enough—you also need sharp reflexes to deliver it at the perfect time. Otherwise, the moment is lost.

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Nigerian actor and stand-up comedian Emmanuel Ahiaba, also known asMC Youngee, tellsBored Pandathat timing is everything when it comes to a good comeback. In his profession, hecklers are an unavoidable part of the job, so knowing how to shut them down on the spot is an essential skill.

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“Just like in every other form of performance art, there are always people who don’t know how to enjoy the show. Some want to make themselves part of it and end up heckling the comedian,” MC Youngee explains. “I’ve had my fair share of this, and most times, the comedian wins. A quick, witty comeback can completely turn the moment around and get an incredible reaction from the audience.”

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He recalls one particular night when an audience member interrupted him while he was talking about marriage. “I asked him, ‘Are you married?’ He said no, so I replied, ‘I don’t answer my throwbacks.’” The crowd erupted, and the heckler backed down instantly. “Trust me, these moments come spontaneously, and more often than not, they end up being the highlight of the show.”

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