pejorative, if it's a question, i say "why do you ask"....puts it back on them.........and if it is a rude/hateful/offensive statement, i say "you may be right" and walk off. leaves them standing there wondering what in the heck i meant? i realize that it won't work every time, but it sure works about 75% of the time.......

Dr. Clay, did you enjoy Austin. i waved at you several times........ i looked all over for you at the dress rehearsal for Dancing With The Stars at UT. xoxox pat