It's no joke trying to find a job these days.

这些日子想找工作可不是件容易事。

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Instead of shrugging off the next joke your friend tells or trying to top a story, laugh.

当你的朋友说下一个笑话或者故事时，不要耸耸肩，你应该大笑起来。

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I joke, imagining the Ritz trying discreetly to wheel in covered gurneys with the fresh flowers.

我开玩笑道，想像一下谨慎的里兹大饭店推进鲜花覆盖的轮床。

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"And the harassment has been part of my stress while I'm trying to recover, no joke, " she says.

NPR: Health Bills Can Lead To Debt Woes For Insured, Too

But really, it's no joke - they're all trying to be the next governor of Texas.

NPR: Friedman Shakes Up Texas Governor Race