Sex with Me Is Like
Sex with Me Is Like is a rapid-fire joke game in which performers each complete the phrase with an improvised simile or metaphor drawn from an audience suggestion. The comedy comes from the contrast between the suggestive setup and the absurd or mundane completion. The game is a quick crowd-pleaser that rewards speed and wit.
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