Most people repeat themselves sometimes, usually out of habit or carelessness—not with the intention to hurt or annoy someone.
Expressing your feelings as you did was what got you in trouble, and you are going to need to apologize for that.
Keep that in mind the next time you say you've already heard that one, so that you can smile and, without rancor, change the subject.
Miss Manners recommends diplomacy, humor and patience in dealing with friends who may not remember their past stories.
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