malapropism
Example Sentences
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Needless to say, the malapropism is completely nonsensical — and therefore hilarious.
From Salon • Feb. 28, 2022
At one point, someone makes accidental reference to “quantum psychics,” a malapropism that perfectly describes Kaufman’s own field of expertise.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 3, 2020
It was the malapropism heard around certain corners of social media.
From Washington Post • Jul. 12, 2019
“The lesser of two devils” is a very funny malapropism.
From Slate • Feb. 17, 2018
Were you able to find a malapropism in Huckleberry Finn?
From "Booked" by Kwame Alexander
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
