play on words
Example Sentences
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"Global Warning", a play on words about global warming, is divided into five sections spanning Parr's interests in leisure, consumption, tourism, animals, and technology.
From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026
She also posted a close-up image of a dog whose collar is emblazoned with the album title, highlighting the cheeky play on words.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2025
"Expecto Patrol-man!" said another, as a play on words of "Expecto Patronum", the words of the powerful Patronus Charm.
From BBC • Feb. 12, 2024
Many users added a hash tag in Japanese, #BarbieNoKen, a play on words that translates to “The Barbie Incident.”
From New York Times • Aug. 1, 2023
The play on words here depends on ‘fact’ being both a synonym for ‘deed’ and ‘act’ but also a word used specifically for unlawful deeds and acts.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
