what did the suicidal kid say to the tree?
don't leave me hanging.
Hanging Tree
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The joke plays on the double meaning of the word "hanging". In the context of suicide, "hanging" refers to a method of self-harm. The punchline, "don't leave me hanging," uses the literal meaning of being physically suspended. This unexpected turn makes the joke funny, but also dark considering the suicidal context.