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as in jokes
something said or done to cause laughter
the movie featured a gag involving a chicken driving a car that audiences thought was hysterically funny
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as in pranks
a playful or mischievous act intended as a joke
played a gag on their teammate by putting shaving cream in his hat
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as in vomits
to discharge the contents of the stomach through the mouth
the terrible smell of rotting fish made me gag
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as in quips
to make jokes
the actor typically mugs and gags through his movies, but in his latest vehicle he plays it straight
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Recent Examples of gags
Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
The humor, much like its source material, tries to be as delightfully zany as possible, packed with slapstick gags for kids and sly meta jokes for parents.
—Travis Bean, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
That’s played for comic irony, but in general, the documentary presence isn’t always or even often in the service of gags.
—Jesse Hassenger, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
If the gross-out gags are hilarious, a streamer or studio will pounce.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Back in the day, its sister shows on Fox were The Simpsons and Family Guy, two punch-line-heavy shows with lots of cutaway gags and surreal touches.
—Jeremy Gordon, The Atlantic, 22 Aug. 2025
In one of the best comedic gags in the film, HUNTR/X maknae Zoey sees Abby, the fittest of the Saja Boys, for the first time.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 21 Aug. 2025
Video episodes often include behind-the-scenes moments, visual gags, and extra banter not as noticeable in audio-only format.
—Hannah Parry
anna Commander
sonam Sheth, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Aug. 2025
Noun
Packed with visual gags and a cast of gifted comedic actors, Maddie’s Secret straddles the line between comedy and melodrama, creating a wholly unique cinematic experience.
—Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
The humor, much like its source material, tries to be as delightfully zany as possible, packed with slapstick gags for kids and sly meta jokes for parents.
—Travis Bean, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
That’s played for comic irony, but in general, the documentary presence isn’t always or even often in the service of gags.
—Jesse Hassenger, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
If the gross-out gags are hilarious, a streamer or studio will pounce.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Back in the day, its sister shows on Fox were The Simpsons and Family Guy, two punch-line-heavy shows with lots of cutaway gags and surreal touches.
—Jeremy Gordon, The Atlantic, 22 Aug. 2025
In one of the best comedic gags in the film, HUNTR/X maknae Zoey sees Abby, the fittest of the Saja Boys, for the first time.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 21 Aug. 2025
Video episodes often include behind-the-scenes moments, visual gags, and extra banter not as noticeable in audio-only format.
—Hannah Parry
anna Commander
sonam Sheth, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gags
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Cardi’s jokes and swagger never clock out.—
Carl Lamarre,
Billboard,
3 Sep. 2025
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Start by complimenting their service or product, and feel free to crack jokes and make small talk with the rep.—
Rose Han,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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Like trick-or-treating, ding-dong-ditch pranks can escalate, with some versions targeting the same homeowner repeatedly or battering on a door in a threatening manner.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
7 Sep. 2025
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And speaking of calming mechanisms, good pranks, and #goals, Oliver Scialdone would like you to click on this link—but you aren’t allowed to ask any further questions.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
29 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Hybrid-resilient architecture—local backups that can kick in like muscle memory when the cloud chokes.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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On the ground, there’s a war of grappling, chokes, and limb breaks, and Oliveira is one of the best to ever fight it.—
Jack Crosbie,
Rolling Stone,
14 Jan. 2025
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While the pants were a loss, the post provided plenty of laughs for the internet, and some great advice for the next time a day at the zoo goes wrong.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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However, if you're pressed for time, check out the shorts Mike's New Car (2001) and Party Central (2014) for some quick laughs.—
Sydni Ellis,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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From sleight-of-hand tricks to daring stunts, the afternoon is designed to keep the laughs and gasps coming.—
Tiffani Jackson Skinner,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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Even if your furry friend has already mastered the obedience basics, try adding some new party tricks to their command repertoire.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Gags.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gags. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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