| Poking a little fun at the groom |
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| Setting up the groom's character assassination |
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 | mild approach |
 | take a risk |
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| All-embracing tongue-in-cheek character assaults |
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 | Subtle mocking |
 | Backhanded compliment |
 | Good-natured teasing |
 | Full-on abuse |
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| Bringing to light an amusing trait or quirk the groom may have |
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| Providing a humorous insight into the groom's pre-wedding years |
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| Making fun of the groom's likes & interests |
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| Making a light hearted remark about the groom's career |
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| Making a light hearted remark about the groom's appearance |
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| Playing on your personal connection to the groom |
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| Cautionary topics |
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| Making a joke about the grooms luck with women |
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 | Acceptable |
 | Don't go there |