amusing

Example Sentences

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And Wiseman relayed an amusing anecdote about Canadian Hansen, whose trip around the Moon was also his first time in space.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

It’s amusing that Altman would say of his new hires, “I don’t expect them to go any easier on us.”

From Slate • Apr. 7, 2026

The results can be confusing and, at times, amusing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

He’s studying German, for no apparent reason, and throws phrases into his dialogue to amusing effect.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

Hermione’s remonstration was drowned by a loud giggle; Lavender Brown had apparently found Ron’s remark highly amusing.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling