What is On The John?
1.
A euphemism for "taking a
FBI agent: "We have reason to believe there is an imminent terrorist threat on American soil. We need the assistance of special agentJack Bauer immediately."
Tony: "Sorry, he's on the john right now. Try again in 10-15 minutes."
(from bathroom) ***PFFFT! PFFFFFFFFFT! EEEEUUUUGH! PLOP!***
FBI agent: "Oh man that doesn't sound good at all."
Tony: "Yeah, he had a super carnitas burrito with extra beans and hot sauce for lunch."
FBI agent: "Well that explains it.....Hey, wait a minute! This is
24 . Nobody ever goes to the bathroom on this show. Or eats, sleeps, or showers for that matter. It would hurt our ratings if we showed such mundane daily activities."
Tony: "Hey, when you've gotta go you've gotta go."
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