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humorous

[hyoo-mer-uhs, yoo-] / ˈhyu mər əs, ˈyu- /


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The award for Best Musical went to "Schmigadoon!," a humorous tribute to Broadway's greatest hits and an adaptation of the series of the same name.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

One cannot help seeing a connection between the aged oysterman’s fatalism and his humorous vigor.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

A more humorous example of this, he said, is a 2015 Instagram photo from TSA of an open jar of peanut butter.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

Lee's subtle writing, and inviting, humorous style turned the book into a widely read hit and, she says, older men often attend her talks too.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

“That was somethin’ else,” said my father, and I wondered if he was referring to me in a humorous way, or whether he even remembered what I had done.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan




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