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does not work that way

Phrase used to argue a point on internet message boards. Originally from the character Morbo on Futurama.
Newslady: I'm sure those windmills will keep them cool
Morbo: WINDMILLS DO NOT WORK THAT WAY!

{blank} DOES NOT WORK THAT WAY!
by dskdksdjk September 24, 2009
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does not work that way

A catchphrase most closely associated with FSTDT to counter a perceived flawed strawman argument - usually about the theory of evolution.
(Original post:) "why don't they just go to the local zoo and wait for one of the monkey to evolve into a human"

(Reply:) Because evolution does not work that way.
by Dr Fishcake October 10, 2008
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