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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And because the universe has a sense of humor, this was my third layoff.
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Cortni Spearman, Essence, 19 Dec. 2025
What if the act of getting back onstage becomes proof that the muscle has atrophied or that someone’s sense of humor got stuck a decade ago?
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2025
Diego had a great sense of humor, was brilliant, and very talented.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Dec. 2025
This year’s list of the best book reviews is a testament to great openers that establish an irresistible hook, a unique voice, or a good sense of humor.
—Literary Hub, 18 Dec. 2025
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Cortni Spearman, Essence, 19 Dec. 2025
What if the act of getting back onstage becomes proof that the muscle has atrophied or that someone’s sense of humor got stuck a decade ago?
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2025
Diego had a great sense of humor, was brilliant, and very talented.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Dec. 2025
This year’s list of the best book reviews is a testament to great openers that establish an irresistible hook, a unique voice, or a good sense of humor.
—Literary Hub, 18 Dec. 2025
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 26 Dec. 2025.
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