No pun intended

Use of the phrase 'no pun intended' is typically reserved for specific instances in which a pun has been made, whether intentionally or unintentionally. It is quite clear to the listener (or reader) that the pun is there and any sort of comical results are, by this point, unavoidable. It is hereby encouraged that orators and writers begin use of the phrase 'no pun intended' at specific times when no pun has been made whatsoever. A few good examples of this updated manner of use in everyday conversation might be:

"Did you hear about the rabbi who bought a used Mercedes Benz? He got leather upholstered seats. No pun intended."

"I don't know why Sarah took her dog back to the pet store; it was a perfectly good terrier. No pun intended."

"What great weather we have today, it didn't snow or rain. No pun intended."

This will be a welcome assurance for the audience, who can easily be confused by the presence of both the pun itself and the words 'no pun intended.' Immediate and thorough adoption of this new method is suggested for all communicators, both of word and voice. A streamlined and easily understandable conversation is a good conversation, no pun intended.