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comic

[kom-ik] / ˈkɒm ɪk /


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Much of the story is told in summary, leaving the comic possibilities of the premise unexploited.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 4, 2026

She said Zendaya's acting in particular was "amazing," and labelled Brand New Day as "the most comic accurate Spider-Man movie".

From BBC Aug. 1, 2026

Although MCU works are usually not direct adaptations, Spider-Man was involved in both comic crossovers.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 31, 2026

Aside from some darkly comic moments, it’s a grim show, driven by righteous fury and at times not an easy watch.

From MarketWatch Jul. 31, 2026

Then he tossed out a couple comic books and a National Geographic.

From "Fourth Grade Rats" by Jerry Spinelli

Typically people dress up as characters -- human or otherwise -- from movies, series, comics, pop culture, fantasy, roleplay or computer games.

From Barron's Aug. 1, 2026

The show is normally anchored by a well-known comedian, who introduces two other comics to present their own stand-up routines at London's Hammersmith Apollo.

From BBC Jul. 29, 2026

By funneling its characters into every monetizable outlet imaginable—merchandise, books and comics, soundtracks, park attractions, Broadway and ice shows, corporate partnerships—Disney amortized costs across the many flywheel revenue opportunities spanning decades.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 19, 2026

Not that I empathize with canceled comics who posture as if they’re victims under attack, but it would do this country good if it could occasionally share a laugh.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 5, 2026

Before the death of his son, Eisman had read the adult versions of the comics he’d read as a child—Spider-Man was his favorite.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis




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