Public Speaking: Malaprops

A malaprop is an absurd misuse of words. It can be from words that sound alike (sadistic and statistic) or from explanations that don't make any sense. You can use these on purpose as a humor technique during your public speaking engagements. Consider some of the classic examples below:

Casey Stengel

* I want you all to line up in alphabetical order according to your size.

* I guess I'll have to start from scraps.

* If people don't want to come to the ballpark, nobody can stop them.

* It's d