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Funny comebacks when people keep saying you’re so young

One of our readers had a boss who constantly went on about how young she was. Here is her story:

My boss makes a lot of remarks due to my age. It’s all in fun (to him), but it’s just plain irritating. I could file harassment, but I feel a good comeback in front of all the co-workers would be so much better. Most of the time I don’t even pay attention which I feel makes it better because no one to catch the ball that he’s throwing.

Here are a few clever comebacks that Asha can use next time her boss makes a stupid age-related comment.

Vote for the best comeback when someone says you’re so young

Yeah, I have never lived through the hardship of not being able to Google something.

Age does not matter unless you are cheese or wine.

Everyone gets to be young once, your turn is over.

Yes, you're older than I am. That does not mean you are more mature.

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Ryan Phillipe looks much younger than his actual age

Ryan Phillipe is often mistaken for a much younger person, he has even been asked if he is his daughter’s brother.

It does take a lot of work to look that young.

I get a lot of balance and meditative peace out of being physical and exercise. I’ve had the same trainer for twenty years. Happy Hill is his name. I’ve worked out with him 4-5 times a week for the last twenty years.-Ryan Phillipe

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