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How I Met Your Mother, an Oral Presentation by Elena, Cristina Ga. and Juan (Av2 Mon, 2010-11)

Ted

• Sometimes your relationship goes so smoothly for so long, you think it will be that way forever.
• We just had our first fight.
• How was your day?
• The Architect angle doesn't even work on her.
• Solid point.
• I wish I could join you guys.
• Just out of curiosity...
• Wait, let me just check on my friend.
• Excuse us for one second.
• Ok, you were right, the architecture thing totally works.
• This project is getting harder and harder.
• I dream of being an astronaut.
• There were some obstacles along the way. But eventually my dream came true.
• He was also — far and away — the worst boss I ever had.
• The guy who hung out in the Break room making fun of the boss... (to hang out: spend time socially)
• I was THIS close!
• Believe me, there's no easy way to say this but...
• This is awesome x (times) awesome. It's awesome squared.
• One of my worst fears has come true.
• That is none of my business.
• You start to reminisce...
• It's the end of an era. I think we should have a toast.
• I really need you guys to be on board with this.
• You had a lot of valid concerns.
• The only question is whether we want to get on with our lives or desperately cling to the past and end up like that.
• We all put aside ten bucks every week for the next year.
• We close an incredible chapter in our lives, only to open up a new one.
• How to handle yourself after a breakup.
• Some people throw themselves into... (all kinds of things)
• I'll give you a call.
• No way!
• Buying a drink for the old professor!
• You're crowding us! Hit the bricks. (Go away)
• Face it! (¡Enfréntalo!)

Robin

• We had our first fight.
• Actually, it didn't end at all!
• He complains about his non-stop work for weeks.
• I'm a television news reporter.
• I'm not freaking out because in my mind she is fat.
• Marshall is cheating on me.
• How was your day?
• Sorry, but we have to let you go.
• So I guess you didn't fire him.
• I want to beat it...  with a bat. Or maybe stab it with a fork.
• I'm focusing on my career.
• If these girls are dumb enough to fall for this crap, they have it coming.
• If you fall for that one, my heart breaks for you, but I'm sorry, you're a s-moron.
• Really, you watch my show? You flatter me, see. Other fans here?

Barney

• You create something out of nothing.
• God. It's gonna be another one of your weird all-guy parties?
• Who the hell is ____?
• I have found that to be true.
• Watch it more closely. Rock your world.
• I know! We're gonna have so much fun!
• Hey, guys. Guess what I got.
• I'll tell you where it is if you'll answer these riddles three.
• We're just making fun of _____.
• I'm at the peak of my physical beauty.
• Can we talk about something else?
• You know what, dude, forget about that!
• I'll have you know that I composed a lovely form letter for use in such an occasion.

We've added this letter because I think it's really funny and curious:

• Dear Resident, the time we spent together, however long it was, means the world to me. I would love to see you again but unfortunately I cannot. You see, I am a ghost. I can only materialize once every decade, on the anniversary of my death. I chose to spend my one day among the living with you, sweet Resident. Perhaps we will meet again, in another decade, provided you keep your figure. Until then, all my love from the beyond. Barney.