parodic

Example Sentences

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The company claimed it depicted a deliberately implausible, parodic scenario that bore no resemblance to real airport security procedures.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

They even called themselves the “cabal,” in what seemed a parodic tribute to Strauss’ clique of wise men.

From Salon • Sep. 7, 2024

With its candy colors, canted camera angles and sound-effects balloons, the original series was witty, funny, parodic, satirical, deceptively smart and knowingly dumb and also a legitimate adventure story.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 31, 2024

Nearly parodic in her feminine grace, she is also as hard as buffed, polished nails.

From New York Times • Apr. 25, 2024

The Harlot's Progress and The Rake's Progress are alike interesting for the parodic ballad opera pattern of setting new words to familiar tunes.

From The Harlot's Progress, The Rake's Progress (MS., CA. 1778-1780) by Anonymous