deadpan
Example Sentences
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As the president shook Wilhite’s hand, he took a look at the suit and deadpanned: “Bold move, son.”
From Los Angeles Times
The deadpan exchange has ricocheted across social media as a perfect encapsulation of the odd, stiff-smiling dynamic between two politicians who recently spent months raging against each other online.
From Salon
The 37-year-old head coach may have won a title in his second season, but he’s equally known for his deadpan, quirky responses to the usual media banalities.
He deadpanned that he doesn’t think the exercise helps.
From Los Angeles Times
As one of his worthy foils, the elegantly deadpan Olivia Tweedy proved engaging and stylish.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
