"It’s like shaving"
Definition
This is a casual, humorous way to say something is a normal, everyday routine, especially for men. Jerry uses it to suggest that masturbation is just part of life, no different from any other daily habit.
How to use it
This type of comparison, using a mundane activity to normalise something awkward or taboo, is a classic comedy technique. It deflates the embarrassment by treating the topic as completely unremarkable.
Examples
► "For some guys, going to the gym is like shaving. Just part of the day."
► "Skipping breakfast? That's like not shaving. Feels weird."
From the lesson
Seinfeld | The Contest
This phrase appears in the Seinfeld | The Contest lesson. Open it to watch the scene and download the free worksheet.
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