jokers

plural of joker
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as in risks
a danger or difficulty that is hidden or not easily recognized read the contract carefully before signing to make sure there aren't any jokers

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Noun
  • The streaming service has planned a full day of programming, beginning with a pregame show that will include guest commentary from comedians Bert Kreischer and Nate Bargatze, before a performance from Mariah Carey, and later Beyoncé.
    Conor Murray, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • When comedians play Everymen, their inner clowns often feel barely concealed.
    Rachel Syme, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • But Giannis, that’s where the discussion about you guys is so interesting.
    Sam Amick, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
  • Outside of the top four guys, Tuttle took a pay cut to stick around, and Crumedy, last year’s sixth-round pick, is continuing to develop.
    Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Notable modern-day gentlemen attendees included Joe Burrow, Reggie Bush and reality stars Joey Graziadei, Blake Horstmann, and Jason Tartick.
    Kathleen Newman-Bremang, refinery29.com, 10 Feb. 2025
  • The Weeknd nearly ruins the weekend Ladies and gentlemen, the… weakest link of the night?
    Gerrad Hall, EW.com, 3 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • For example, prenatal supplements provide a lot more iron than males would typically need.
    Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Home surveillance footage showed four males, some with dark hair and others wearing masks, approaching the home from the back yard and breaking a window to gain entry, police said.
    Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Other wildlife like skunks, foxes and raccoons can also carry the virus.
    Carma Hassan, CNN, 3 Dec. 2024
  • Weasels, skunks, possum, snakes (to eat eggs), and all sorts of other common creatures will become regular visitors to your yard, mostly at night.
    Sal Gilbertie, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • By recognizing and addressing these common pitfalls, job seekers can approach their next interview with greater confidence and a clearer strategy for success.
    Michael Guan, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
  • But embracing these technologies successfully requires awareness of both the potential and the pitfalls.
    Matthew Putman, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
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“Jokers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jokers. Accessed 4 May. 2025.

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