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farcical

[fahr-si-kuhl] / ˈfɑr sɪ kəl /


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While some situations may sound farcical, Brewis said he had plenty of real life examples to draw on as inspiration.

From BBC Aug. 15, 2026

An antidote to August ennui: When Byard Duncan began to feel the creep of a midlife crisis, he realized that desperate times call for farcical measures.

From Slate Aug. 3, 2026

Noting both the profound sadness and farcical tragedy ahead “if those who are gifted stay silent,” Lillian Smith in 1951 hoped for a better future.

From Salon Jul. 27, 2026

Left said it was a farcical claim that an individual trader could manipulate such huge stocks.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 2, 2026

They dug trenches, secured supply lines and were sent out on night exercises that were farcical for the infantrymen because the purpose was never explained and there was a shortage of weapons.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan




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