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as in funny
causing or intended to cause laughter
the humorous moments in an otherwise somber affair "most humorous costume" went to the girl dressed as Little Bo Peep
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as in witty
given to or marked by mature intelligent humor
the movie's a humorous look at love and marriage
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Recent Examples of humorous
While some fans responded with skepticism, others were tickled by her humorous post.
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Sam Gillette, People.com, 25 Apr. 2025
There were humorous moments amid the writers’ accounts of tragedy.
—Rebecca Plevin, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2025
When the slasher eventually appears, stealing the group’s car before murdering them with a humorous bluntness, there is also a real atmosphere of dread.
—Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 24 Apr. 2025
Despite the girls’ best efforts to maintain some sense of normalcy, a humorous moment did emerge from this chaotic saga when a next-door friend decided to visit.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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Sam Gillette, People.com, 25 Apr. 2025
There were humorous moments amid the writers’ accounts of tragedy.
—Rebecca Plevin, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2025
When the slasher eventually appears, stealing the group’s car before murdering them with a humorous bluntness, there is also a real atmosphere of dread.
—Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 24 Apr. 2025
Despite the girls’ best efforts to maintain some sense of normalcy, a humorous moment did emerge from this chaotic saga when a next-door friend decided to visit.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humorous
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Our strength comes from funny stories and serious ones, too.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Six actors bring to life dozens of eccentric characters and clever suspects in this diabolically funny comic mystery, according to a news release.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2025
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Around this time, the outfit’s quirky, lightly rumbustious songs began to resonate across British press and radio; accessible while containing a marked dose of strangeness, Fontaine’s songwriting – at once emotionally raw and witty – boasted a strong multi-generational appeal.—
Sophie Williams,
Billboard,
8 May 2025
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Comments Margaret Qualley and Chris Evans, the stars of the upcoming movie Honey Don't!, have plenty of witty banter and action in the trailer released Wednesday.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
7 May 2025
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The darkly comedic production kicks off Sept. 15 and runs through Nov. 8.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 May 2025
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Berry wasn’t having it—and handled it with comedic finesse.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
13 May 2025
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Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
3 May 2025
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Pretending to love the enemy, spurred on by her real love, the romantic plot provides the film’s clever, titillating energy.—
Paul Vidich,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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Rannells, who reprises his role as Stephanie's friend Darren, made headlines when promoting Another Simple Favor with an amusing dodge to a question hinting at Lively's legal dramas.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
1 May 2025
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Braun cannot say the same for his amusing role in an instant classic Nuggets moment.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
29 Apr. 2025
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After this break in Rockport's car vandalism case, Favaloro posted a comical description of the bird's business on a neighborhood Facebook group.—
Rachel McRady,
People.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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The former uses his soccer ball in combat, while the latter has a bizarre, comical move set that incorporates music and dance.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
21 Apr. 2025
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The show, which first premiered in 2015, has crossed the ocean in recent years to become a word-of-mouth hit, with fans drawn to its comic hijinks and nonsensical premise.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
8 May 2025
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As a newer comic, Bargatze had doubts about his future as a clean standup.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
7 May 2025
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That being said, the evening was certainly entertaining, with musical performances by Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoati and Paramount School of the Arts.—
Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
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Photo : Zach Brown/Atlas Imagery A brick patio off the rear of the house is ideal for alfresco entertaining.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
14 May 2025
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“Humorous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humorous. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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