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50 Times the Queen Was Not Amused

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The line "We are not amused" is famously attributed to Queen Victoria, who, as legend has it, uttered the phrase after seeing a production of Gilbert and Sullivan's HMS Pinafore...or, as other legends have it, dropped the quip after hearing the unfunny punch line of a guest's joke. And whether she said it or not, the line has become ingrained in our culture, and, at times, our faces―including the visage of Victoria's great-great-granddaughter Elizabeth II.

So, to honor 94-year-old Queen Elizabeth, relive 50 times she was not amused―for, well, your amusement.

1
Clothing, Footwear, Leg, Trousers, Coat, Sitting, Hat, Outerwear, Collar, Style,
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"There, right there. See? I think she's wearing the same kilt?!"

2
Food, Monochrome, Storage basket, Finger food, Selling, Sausage, Basket, Snack, Market, Hawker,
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"Honestly, apple pie? Is this a joke?"

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3
Face, Hat, Headgear, Costume accessory, Tradition, Costume, Hair accessory, Costume hat, Fur, Headpiece,
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"I know, I didn't want to wear the plume, either."

4
Nose, Cheek, Child, Headgear, Baby & toddler clothing, Toddler, Bonnet, Monochrome, Portrait photography, Portrait,
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"No, I don't have a bee in my bonnet. My bonnet is TOO TIGHT FOR ANY BEES!"

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Eyebrow, Eyelash, Wrinkle, Blond, Tooth, Portrait photography, Makeover, Portrait,
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"Psst...shh!"

6
Room, Furniture, Sitting, Table, Dress, Style, Picture frame, Lamp, One-piece garment, Drawer,
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"Really, I'd hardly call this 'The Next Harry Potter.'"

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Motor vehicle, Mode of transport, Glasses, Transport, Glass, Automotive design, Automotive exterior, Vehicle door, Windshield, Automotive window part,
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"That flibbertigibbet better remember to ask for whipped cream on my hot chocolate."

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People, Horse supplies, Working animal, Bridle, Halter, Horse tack, Horse, Rein, Livestock, Overcoat,
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"I'm just going to say it―this is BS."

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Suit, Dress, Tie, Flower Arranging, Curtain, Vintage clothing, Artificial flower, Floristry, Floral design, Bouquet,
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"I knew flower crowns were over."

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Motor vehicle, Automotive design, Glass, Vehicle door, Automotive exterior, Automotive mirror, Car seat, Fixture, Windshield, Automotive window part,
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"Oh look, this joker must not have E-Z Pass."

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Eyewear, Glasses, Vision care, Lip, Hat, Chin, Fashion accessory, Headgear, Wrinkle, Costume accessory,
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"Scones with GRAPE jam?"

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Hand, Sitting, Tie, Conversation, Lap, One-piece garment, Makeover,
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"You know, I always thought Bella should have chosen the wolf with those abs over the vampire."

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13
Blue, Hat, Sleeve, Trousers, Shirt, Dress shirt, Dress, Collar, Fashion accessory, Formal wear,
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"I've always hated skywriting."

14
Face, Nose, Ear, Eye, Hat, Fashion accessory, Costume accessory, Headgear, Jewellery, Sun hat,
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"What are they spelling? P-O-Oh come now."

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Clothing, Nose, Lip, Hat, Cheek, Skin, Chin, Outerwear, Fashion accessory, Magenta,
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"Are those my Thin Mints?"

16
Crown, Headpiece, Tradition, Hair accessory, Reed instrument, Picture frame, Woodwind instrument, Brass, Ritual, Tiara,
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"Are we missing Game of Thrones right now?"

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17
Face, Coat, Collar, Sleeve, Dress shirt, Outerwear, Hat, Suit, Formal wear, Fashion accessory,
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"Stop with that humming, man!"

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Face, Nose, Mouth, Cap, Monochrome, Monochrome photography, Light fixture, Black-and-white, Conversation, Baseball cap,
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"See, it says right here, Game of Thrones is on at 9 P.M., not 10! I knew it!"

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Sleeve, Costume design, Overcoat, Tradition, Sandal, Mantle, Foot, Ankle, Scarf,
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"They better have DVR."

20
Eyewear, Face, Glasses, Nose, Vision care, Human, Hat, Fashion accessory, Headgear, Costume accessory,
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"I ask you every time not to bring those. Every. Time. But noooo."

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