jocoseness

Definition of jocosenessnext

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Noun
  • Lindsay says that Jesse was serious about asking, but that the make-out would be a joking make-out.
    Brian Moylan, Vulture, 4 Mar. 2026
  • The women’s team declined their joking invitation and had to explain comments directed at them.
    Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Crucial here is that the markets confirm the flippancy found in the previous question, and much more importantly, would have confirmed it then if anyone had been asking.
    John Tamny, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
  • The flippancy of the title evokes the internet as Purgatory.
    Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 18 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Death by Lightning, adapted by Mike Makowsky from Candice Millard’s 2011 nonfiction book and directed by Matt Ross, hums with the strength of these performances, particularly Shannon’s quiet composure and Macfadyen mining new depths of buffoonery.
    Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2025
  • North Coast Rep will present a show Dec. 11-Dec. 14 with bubbling energy and comedic buffoonery in the British Pantomime version of The Adventures of Robin Hood as its next student production.
    News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • What marks a show of his is the combination of jocularity and generosity.
    Chris Willman, Variety, 30 Sep. 2025
  • That sense of jeopardy will always beat The Hundred jocularity every time.
    Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • From artwork and textiles to throw pillows and statues, there are endless ways to incorporate the natural playfulness and charm animals offer.
    Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2026
  • The hotel-crisp percale is made even more dignified with a thick blue stripe around its border, giving a plain white duvet insert a sense of playfulness and occasion.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Language There’s some crude language, jesting, and mature comedic themes, but but nothing the modern tween or teen hasn’t seen or heard before.
    Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 8 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • In a film that nimbly walks the tightrope between lightheartedness and weightlessness, Jerry and Mabel’s antagonistic relationship ends up proving the unexpected core of the story.
    Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 2 Mar. 2026
  • Hundreds of fans commented on social media, either expressing concern or responding with lightheartedness.
    Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 4 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • Their expertise spans kids, animation, comedy, unscripted, prestige dramas, CBS procedurals and lots of sports.
    Lucas Shaw, Bloomberg, 9 Mar. 2026
  • The moment also marks a milestone for GKIDS, the Oscar-winning distributor known for bringing international and artist-driven animation to North American audiences.
    Kennedy French, Variety, 9 Mar. 2026
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“Jocoseness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jocoseness. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.

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