Top 10 Most British Sentences Ever Uttered

The British are often stereotyped as being stoic and reserved, the kind of people who respond to poor customer service with a sternly worded letter and consider the response “it’s fine” to be a withering insult. In celebration of British wit and understatement, join us as we discuss what we believe to be the 10 most British sentences ever uttered.

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10. The Quote: “Get up George, you’re embarrassing me.”
9. The Quote: “Chatfield, there seems to be something wrong with our bloody ships today.”
8. The Quote: “I can’t wear beige because nobody would know who I am.”
7. The Quote: “We had a very serious evening you know.”
6. The Quote: “By God, sir, I’ve lost my leg!”
5. The Quote: “By God, sir, so you have!”
4. The Quote: “We are still open – more open than usual”
3. The Quote: “I told you I was ill.”
2. The Quote: “Always look on the bright side of life.”
1. The Quote: “We have time enough to finish the game and win.”

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