Quotes / Abandoned Catchphrase

Video Games

"COR... Actually, forget it. I'm tired of that old phrase."

— Yangus, Dragon Quest VIII, after being spooked by King Trode once too many times

Web Animation

Debut!Calli: TEE-HEE!
Calli: Oh, I remember the tee-hee. So, do you guys remember the tee-hee? I remember the tee-hee. Dropped that shit real quick like a hot potato. (Beat) TEE-HEE!

— hololive

Webcomics

John: The hug pile doesn't stop from getting taller.
Rose: ?
John: The hug pile! there are more hugs, rose.
Rose: I can see the hugs. I don't understand the pile thing.
John: Oh. Don't you remember?
John: A funny quote from one of Dave's old comics!
Rose: Ah. Yes, vaguely.
Rose: It's been a long journey, John.
Rose: I believe one of the most valuable lessons that comes with growing up is gaining the wisdom that gently informs you when it's time to retire a meme.

— Homestuck

Western Animation

Stewie: I've always been about world domination. What the hell do you think I was talking about when I said "Victory shall be mine!"
Brian: You have not said that in a very long time.

—Family Guy, "Mr. And Mrs. Stewie"

Marge: Let Lisa be alone with her new friends.
Bart: They're my friends rightfully. She only got them by copying me.
Lisa: Don't have a cow, man!
Bart: See? That's my expression!
Marge: Oh, you haven't said that in four years. Let Lisa have it.

— The Simpsons, "Summer of 4 Ft. 2"

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