Why did the scarecrow win an award?

Because he was outstanding in his field!

Your mom asked me to try and fix the coffee maker this morning, because it was really slow and sputtering. I tinkered with it for a bit, but it just wouldn't cooperate.

I guess it was still trying to perk up.

I'm a baker now, but I'm feeling crumby about my new career choice.

I took my dog to the vet and they said he had a bad case of 'ruff' breathing.