sardonic
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As the sardonic lab tech Moers, Mr. Northcote so artfully conceals a sense of humor that he can be hilarious.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026
This bit of wisdom is key to the lyrical character study that is “Body Language,” Meg Howrey’s sardonic, smart and powerful fifth novel.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
One would have liked to have his thoughts on this sardonic, antiheroic twist on the Trojan War legend.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
During those meetings he was known for tackling questions head-on, with a sardonic sense of humour.
From Barron's ● Aug. 12, 2026
He laughed and then thought of what it would be like if she found out and left him and he never heard that sardonic voice over the phone.
From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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The SAT: Words to Capture Tone, List 2
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