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grim humor

NOUN
gallows humor
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“It’s always surprising,” Grace says with grim humor.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 19, 2026

They proficiently highlight the grim humor in so many of Agnes’ conversations, understanding that moving through the world, asking for a little bit of compassion, is hilariously mortifying, even if it shouldn’t be.

From Salon ● Jul. 28, 2025

But he added with grim humor, “Maybe they are saving this tool.”

From Seattle Times ● Mar. 17, 2023

Chicago has treated its criminal history with grim humor — multiple companies offer tours of legendary crime sites.

From Washington Post ● Oct. 4, 2021

“You don’t sound too sure of that,” he said, and there was yet a note of grim humor in his voice.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo


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