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as in humorousness
the amusing quality or element in something
we failed to see any humor in his mean and juvenile jokes
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as in comedy
humorous entertainment
a screenwriter best known for lowbrow humor
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as in spirit
a state of mind dominated by a particular emotion
the prospect of going out to dinner put her in a good humor all day
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as in whim
a sudden impulsive and apparently unmotivated idea or action
she was seized by a sudden humor to contact an old college friend that she hadn't seen in ages
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as in to cater (to)
to give in to (a desire)
humored her grandfather by listening to his war stories for the hundredth time
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Recent Examples of humor
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
25 June 2026
There’s loneliness, pain and self-destruction in her binge drinking, humor that comes in her wild and free dancing, and irreverence in hanging with her beloved super-pup Krypto.
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Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
16 Aug. 2025
Colum scoffs at her offer, claiming that their father only humored Ellen.
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Lincee Ray Published,
EW.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Noun
With his typically unpredictable humor, Neil put a photo of the Jones Beach mess on the cover of his excellent new live album, As Time Explodes.
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Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
25 June 2026
There’s loneliness, pain and self-destruction in her binge drinking, humor that comes in her wild and free dancing, and irreverence in hanging with her beloved super-pup Krypto.
—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
Verb
The actor then humored the crowd with an impression of the old Hollywood mogul recounting his pursuits of a beautiful woman in the Paramount commissary.
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Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
16 Aug. 2025
Colum scoffs at her offer, claiming that their father only humored Ellen.
—
Lincee Ray Published,
EW.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humor
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There is an irony in all of this.
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The irony is that many law enforcement professionals have spent years advocating for exactly the kinds of partnerships now at risk.
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The two first crossed paths on André's Adult Swim late-night talk show comedy series The Eric André Show in 2020.
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In the latest installment of the comedy franchise, written by Chris Hazzard and Mike Fontana, Nick faces his biggest challenge yet… grandkids.
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The loss threatened the summer learning session, but on Sunday, the community stepped up at an impromptu fundraiser that raised spirits and funds.
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Of course, there are other categories to consider, like rye, wheat, and malt whiskey, but none of them are nearly as popular as America’s native spirit.
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The butler service goes above and beyond, catering to your whims including in-room dining (available 24 hours a day for butler suite guests) dropping off bug spray to the room, organizing your clothes into the closet upon arrival, and will even pick you up for dinner in style.
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Britain has experienced major blows to investment and productivity, a historic surge in annual net migration, and—shorn of the diplomatic heft of a united Europe and subject to the whims of a bullying Trump—a geopolitical humbling.
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Onboard, guests can indulge at eight different restaurants, ranging in style from Pan-Asian and French to poolside pizza and a steakhouse.
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Chris is a freelance journalist who, when not writing, skywatching, playing games or building Lego, indulges his taste for horror, sci-fi and the post-apocalyptic.
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Returning to the director’s chair 11 years after drug-cartel drama 600 Miles, Gabriel Ripstein keeps things zipping along in an entertaining satire which, once again, highlights the rottenness at international football’s core.
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Born in 1942 in California, the actor's acting career began in high school on a variety show satire of Gunsmoke, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
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Serotonin is a neurotransmitter involved in mood regulation, sleep, appetite, memory and emotional processing.
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This vast ecosystem of bacteria and microorganisms within our intestines shapes our health in profound ways that go well beyond digesting food — our immune system, mood, cognition, metabolism and much more.
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There’s truly no generational divide, especially in its latest era of styles, which includes sleek, versatile options with a touch of Kate Spade’s signature whimsy.
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These whimsical Garden Collection Solar Flower Lights add a touch of whimsy and give a soft glow to dark spaces.
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“Humor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humor. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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