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Look, I have one job on this lousy ship. It’s stupid, but I’m going to do it, okay?

— Gwen · Galaxy Quest

A large red push-button is mounted on a dented metal panel beside a small screwdriver on teal.
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A grumpy, defiant declaration of duty. The speaker admits the task is silly and the ship is lousy, yet insists on doing it anyway. It's funny because reluctance and commitment sit side by side, ending with a slightly exasperated "okay?" as if daring anyone to object.

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