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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “I kept my word” is a common card of the French Politics pack, number 52 of the collection, and the 100th best-known meme of its 127 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “I kept my word” meme mean?
The phrase conveys political self-deprecation regarding unmet expectations or lack of progress. It highlights the honesty of admitting failure to achieve the impossible within a short timeframe. The humor stems from the realistic acknowledgment that not breaking records is itself an achievement.
Where does the “I kept my word” meme come from?
The quote comes from Geneviève Darrieussecq, then Minister of Health and Access to Care. She delivered it during the power handover at the Ministry of Labor and Health on December 24, 2024. This event marked her departure following the censure of the Barnier government. Addressing her successor, Yannick Neuder, she recalled her statement from September 23, 2024, where she promised no miracles. After only three months, she joked: "I told you three months ago I wouldn't work miracles... well, you see, I kept my word." This remark drew laughter from the audience. Sources confirm the speaker, context, date, and meaning, but the original video, specific broadcast, and publishing platform remain unknown.
- September 23, 2024Geneviève Darrieussecq states she will not work miracles upon taking office.
- December 24, 2024She delivers the phrase during the handover ceremony to her successor.
How to use the “I kept my word” meme
- Use this quote to criticize an official who honestly acknowledges their limitations without pretense.
- Employ the phrase to highlight a project that failed despite significant efforts being made.
- Cite the expression to illustrate a situation where modesty replaces excessive ambition.
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The “I kept my word” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 052 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | French Politics pack |
| Fame | 62/100 · #100 of 127 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “I kept my word” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; I kept my word comes out of the French Politics pack as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art 0.8%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Who said I kept my word?
Geneviève Darrieussecq, former French Health Minister, said this during her handover ceremony in December 2024.
I kept my word meaning?
The phrase means the minister failed to perform miracles in three months, assuming the limits of her term with humor.
I kept my word origin?
The quote originates from the ceremony between Geneviève Darrieussecq and Yannick Neuder on December 24, 2024.
How do I get the I kept my word meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “I kept my word” is a common card of the French Politics pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the I kept my word card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Politique. Menaces de censure, Darmanin cible la drogue, Valls «vite» à Mayotte... l'essentiel de ce mardi · les six priorités du nouveau ministre yannick neuder ... · Politique. Menaces de censure, Darmanin cible la drogue, Valls «vite · checked on October 8, 2026.
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