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Which British excuse for being late is the most shamelessly overused?
We've all leaned on a classic British fib when we've rolled in late. Rank them from mildly believable to absolute nonsense everyone sees through.
Put the items in your preferred order.
A
Signal failure at Clapham Junction
Nothing absolves tardiness quite like blaming Southern Rail. Bonus points if you sigh dramatically while saying it.
B
Sorry, the traffic was mental
No specifics, no evidence, just a weary shake of the head. Works in Manchester, Margate and everywhere in between.
C
I had to wait in for a parcel
The delivery window was 8am to 8pm and somehow the driver came at 7.59. Modern life's most relatable lie.
D
My phone died on the way
Conveniently explains the missed calls AND the lack of a heads-up text. Suspiciously full battery on arrival.
E
The dog wouldn't stop being weird
A catch-all involving a beloved pet that no one dares question. Cat owners use it too, despite cats requiring zero supervision.
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