Best friend?

honestly that'd be my response too. I applaud his cleverness.

Yikes, it might be time to reevaluate your friendship.

@#2 Right? Who does that?

For the next few days every time he comes to you with something important... just pull out your phone and casually respond with "technically,______." Sorry about your grandmother OP.

@#19 More people than I think we care to admit. People are horrible sometimes.

Many people can't deal with serious situations in a subtle manner. No need to ditch them as a friend just because they can't handle a tense conversation.

He's not wrong, but I am sorry for your situation.

Well, I mean, technically he's right. But if he were being considerate, he wouldn't have pointed it out. Sorry about your grandmother, OP. :

I agree, it was the wrong time to point out that "technicality". I am sorry for the unfortunate news OP.

I think you should have a talk with him about this. Don't let it get between you.

Should probably just stop talking to him altogether, what a prick.

Wow.. What an asshole. You need a new best friend OP.

Technically he's right, but it's still rude for him to say that.

Yeah but technicalities don't excuse asshole-ish behavior...

Everybody is dying. But your "best friend" may die suddenly and sooner. Am I right?

my bad

They should not be considered your best friend. A best friend is someone who actually cares, or in my case was more like a sister than a friend. I would be careful around this one if I were you.