sense of humor
noun phrase
: a personality that gives someone the ability to say funny things and see the funny side of things
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Our mom had such an extraordinary sense of humor, and that was her survival guide.
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Julie Tremaine, Peoplemag, 2 June 2024
She’s got that sardonic sense of humor down pat, and she’s starred in two movies about motherhood.
—Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 30 May 2024
His stylistic touches included zippy graphics and amusing music, blending a Michael Moore-ish camera-in-your-face style with his own sense of humor and pathos.
—Mark Kennedy, Fortune, 24 May 2024
David’s got a sense of humor that’s very specific, weird and quirky.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 May 2024
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Julie Tremaine, Peoplemag, 2 June 2024
She’s got that sardonic sense of humor down pat, and she’s starred in two movies about motherhood.
—Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 30 May 2024
His stylistic touches included zippy graphics and amusing music, blending a Michael Moore-ish camera-in-your-face style with his own sense of humor and pathos.
—Mark Kennedy, Fortune, 24 May 2024
David’s got a sense of humor that’s very specific, weird and quirky.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 May 2024
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“Sense of humor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sense%20of%20humor. Accessed 7 Jun. 2024.
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