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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Alli Logout of the punk band Special Interest and rising pop producer Margo XS join forces on a club record whose messy hedonism is matched only by its wicked sense of humor. Cameron Cook, Pitchfork, 29 July 2026 Museum staff said the joke has become part of its folklore and reflects the city’s sense of humor. George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 29 July 2026 After studying aging for decades, one of my conclusions is the importance of having a sense of humor. Jann E. Freed, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 Pollan and Fox have a solid foundation built on love, commitment, and a sense of humor. Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sense of humor

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“Sense of humor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sense%20of%20humor. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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