clownish
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What fabulous representatives these are of the country that Europe once looked upon with gratitude and respect: clownish, crude and stupid all at once.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
In Europe, it was fought against Nazi Germany and Adolf Hitler, a tyrant and true monster, and against Italy and Benito Mussolini, a clownish but vile Fascist.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 10, 2025
At once menacing and clownish, Martin consistently tripped over his own incompetence, mendacity, and ignorance, ultimately dooming his chances of confirmation.
From Slate • May 10, 2025
The man is dangerous and clownish, boorish and fascinating, as crude as a dirty joke and as garish as a casino.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 31, 2023
JB ’s eyes are ocean wide, his mouth swimming on the floor, his clownish grin, embarrassing.
From "The Crossover" by Kwame Alexander
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