Smart Replies to “Don’t Tell Me What to Say”

When someone snaps with “Don’t tell me what to say,” it usually signals tension, ego, or defensiveness. Instead of escalating things awkwardly, the right comeback can diffuse, dominate, or humorously flip the moment in your favor. Below are 250 powerful, witty, and situation-ready comebacks, plus one bonus line to make it 251 total responses, all … Read more