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Scott Thompson

I think the Canadian sense of humor is dryer than America's and juicier than Britain's. I think it's a cross between the two of them, really.

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Scott Thompson is saying that Canadian humor is less obvious or exaggerated than American humor but more lively and rich than British humor. He believes Canadian comedy combines the subtlety of British jokes with the boldness of American ones, creating a unique style.

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