It’s hard to stay nice. Especially when others aren’t trying to be. So how do you react when an insult finally lands? When in a bitch’s block, take cues from these pop culture icons that are apparently schooled in comeback education.
We compile the 10 best lines for every possible diss that might come your way. Remember: a comeback made is a battle won—plus points for not being crass.
#1 Got called out for being a bitch? Kimmy Schmidt knows what it really means.
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#2 Like you, Mindy Kaling doesn’t tolerate douches when she finds them.
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#3 In case of misogyny, Amy Schumer readies her feminist realness.
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#4 You just don’t call J.K Rowling a c*nt.
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#5 When someone points out you’re not cool enough, hit back with Annie Walker’s wit.
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#6 Save yourself the trouble of people thinking you fat à la Fat Amy.
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#7 Millenial hero Daria has had enough of those comments on her appearance—and so do you.
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#8 These are for times you just can’t handle dumb level 9999.
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#9 They said you didn’t know what you’re doing—and that came from people who didn’t know what you’re doing.
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#10 Who cares if you’re a slut? Apparently Celine Magsaysay doesn’t.
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