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Meaning
The speaker turns a simple question about personal interests into a playful word mix-up. The joke works because the answer first sounds like an odd reply, then resolves into a straightforward interest in astronomy.
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Source
How They Met and Other Stories (2008)
Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
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The phrase appears in the book "How They Met and Other Stories (2008)" by David Levithan (Google Books snippet); no earlier source was checked.
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About David Levithan
American young adult fiction author and editor
David Levithan is an American young adult fiction author and editor. He is known for writing stories that center strong male gay characters, including Boy Meets Boy and Naomi and Ely's No Kiss List. His work has been recognized by the Lambda Literary Award for Children's and Young Adult Literature, with six of his books winning or reaching finalist status in that category. The recognition has made him the most celebrated author in that field.
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Astronomy: more sayings
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Books by David Levithan
Every day
2012
Two Boys Kissing
2015
Someday
2018
The Lover's Dictionary
2011
Boy Meets Boy
2006