Satirical piece: Toddler blames TV for breaking itself after smashing it with toy dinosaur
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The Onion Staff
Yesterday's bagel, baked twice. Familiar and a bit tough.
Summary
A satirical news article about a toddler named Timmy Herman who breaks a TV and tries to blame it on the TV breaking itself, while his parents interrogate him with clear evidence (his favorite toy dinosaur found at the scene). The piece humorously portrays a toddler's failed attempt to avoid responsibility.
Key quotes
· 2 pulledSo you're telling me you just walked into the living room and the TV shattered all on its own?
And this toy dinosaur—your favorite toy dinosaur, which we've repeatedly warned you not to throw inside the house—was already under a pile of broken glass when you...
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