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Catch-22 Catch-22
by Joseph Heller

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Catch-22 –noun, plural Catch-22's, Catch-22s.
1. a frustrating situation in which one is trapped by contradictory regulations or conditions.
2. any illogical or paradoxical problem or situation; dilemma.
3. a condition, regulation, etc., preventing the resolution of a problem or situation; catch.

farce -noun, verb farced, farcing
1. A light dramatic work in which highly improbable plot situations, exaggerated characters, and often slapstick elements are used for humorous effect.
2. The branch of literature constituting such works.
3. The broad or spirited humor characteristic of such works.
A ludicrous, empty show; a mockery: The fixed election was a farce.
4. A seasoned stuffing, as for roasted turkey.

Seasoned stuffing might just be the best description of this successful attempt of war commentary, I mean, commedy. On a serious note, the situations can't be taken seriously...or can they? The dizzying dialogue and repetitive nature of the...more

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message 1: by Corbin
06/30/2008 06:19AM

948248 Catch-22 –noun, plural Catch-22's, Catch-22s. 1. a frustrating situation in which one is trapped by contradictory regulations or conditions.
2. any illogical or paradoxical problem or situation; dilemma.
3. a condition, regulation, etc., preventing the resolution of a problem or situation; catch.


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