sardonicism

Example Sentences

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Cleese’s habitual sardonicism notwithstanding, it’s a gentle sort of farce, tenderly played and set mostly to the speed at which the elder cast members perambulate.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 11, 2019

“Sharp Objects” instead relies on internal drama and a transfixing Ms. Adams, who lays Camille’s ragged soul bare with sardonicism and self-loathing.

From New York Times • Jul. 5, 2018

What I mean to say, without any sardonicism this time, is: 2014 was the year the pause button died.

From Slate • Dec. 30, 2014

There's a dip in energy when Rahman replaces Hussain, but his wry sardonicism keeps the laughs, and the insights, coming.

From The Guardian • Aug. 16, 2011

MacMaine laughed, allowing the touch of sardonicism that he felt to be heard in the laughter.

From The Highest Treason by Garrett, Randall