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This 98-inch TV is no joke, especially since that size puts it more in home theater territory and out of reasonable range for a small living room.—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 15 June 2026 The Spanish sun in August is no joke, so sunscreen is absolutely non-negotiable for this trip.—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2026 Doing eight shows a week is no joke.—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026 But to the local oystermen whose livelihood is drawn from these waters, this is no joke.—Clara Molot, Vanity Fair, 30 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for no joke