humorless

Example Sentences

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In case there was any question whether he’s aware of how he comes off, he has challenged those who might have a problem with him, accusing them of being humorless for taking offense.

From Slate • Mar. 9, 2026

With a short season, smaller scope and much lighter tone, this could be the welcome antidote to the humorless, plodding “HotD,” and get Westeros fans excited again.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 31, 2025

In "Mrs. Doubtfire," Sally Field played a humorless executive and absentee mom who failed to monitor her children.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 2025

Some viewers denounced “All in the Family” as vulgar and trashy, while others panned the program as humorless and potentially contributing to the bigotry it was spoofing.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 6, 2023

“Raizel, I don’t need a derasha,” I said, earning a humorless look for comparing her enthusiastic explanation to a sermon.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros