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So much of the promise of the show is that you have a smart aleck detective who will never stop goofing around.

In the series' pilot, smart-aleck ex-lawyer Jeff Winger (Joel McHale) tells Abed that he has Asperger's syndrome.

"There are to be fireworks and lanterns and all sorts of things," observed Aleck, who lay at his ease in the hammock.

"Never mind; she doesn't know beans," laughed Aleck, tossing a bag to Dora.

"School begins next week, and three months of pegging before Christmas," groaned Aleck.

"Oh, only Aleck and Ikey," and he ushered in his companions without further ceremony.

"You are not to break your neighbors' windows, for instance," replied Aleck, winking at Carl.

April 19, 2024tortuous

[tawr-choo-uhs ]

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