I'm rubber, you're glue

English

Alternative forms

• I'm rubber and you're glue

Phrase

I'm rubber, you're glue

1. The first line of a children's rhyme countering an attack of character.
   • 1948, Emily Dickinson (unverified), The Atlantic, volume 181, Atlantic Monthly Co., page 61

     “You’re nothing but a — a cheat,” Florence said.

     “I’m rubber, you’re glue, everything you say sticks right back to you,” John said calmly, complete master with all the answers.

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See also

• I know you are but what am I