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Recent Examples of pratfall
The pratfall was, in one producer’s memory, a small eureka moment.
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Ruby Tandoh, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Last year, for the first time in more than 20 years, Tweedy, the anarchic Scottish clown, who, with his pratfalls and pet clothing iron, Keef, provided the glue to every Giffords Circus performance, was not part of the cast.
—Air Mail, 28 June 2025
That was the prevailing consternation emanating out of Queens and the Bronx last week as both the Yankees and the Mets engaged in simultaneous 13-day pratfalls that raised legitimate concerns as to just how good our locals really are.
—Bill Madden, New York Daily News, 28 June 2025
Wilson exercises a newfound, assured confidence and muscular drive, punching and kicking baddies — a welcome change from the sort of cheap pratfalls she’s been subjected to in the past.
—Courtney Howard, Variety, 16 June 2025
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Ruby Tandoh, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Last year, for the first time in more than 20 years, Tweedy, the anarchic Scottish clown, who, with his pratfalls and pet clothing iron, Keef, provided the glue to every Giffords Circus performance, was not part of the cast.
—Air Mail, 28 June 2025
That was the prevailing consternation emanating out of Queens and the Bronx last week as both the Yankees and the Mets engaged in simultaneous 13-day pratfalls that raised legitimate concerns as to just how good our locals really are.
—Bill Madden, New York Daily News, 28 June 2025
Wilson exercises a newfound, assured confidence and muscular drive, punching and kicking baddies — a welcome change from the sort of cheap pratfalls she’s been subjected to in the past.
—Courtney Howard, Variety, 16 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pratfall
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Prices start at $57 At minimum, an area rug’s job is to protect your floors from scratches, spills, and scuffs, but this particular style holds so much more importance in terms of adding decor, texture, and color to a space — just ask Joanna Gaines.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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These bed accessories work by covering the top of a mattress to keep blood, sweat, urine, or food spills from causing a stain.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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Konate was painfully exposed against Manchester City, making the mistake that led to the penalty Erling Haaland failed to convert, and then allowing the Norwegian a free header for the opening goal.—
The Athletic's Liverpool staff,
New York Times,
11 Nov. 2025
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On the ensuing Portland run, there was a scary moment for the Wave when midfielder Laurina Fazer and defender Perle Morroni collided heads in mid-air going for the midfield header.—
Austin White,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Nov. 2025
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The slip-ons also have the brand’s signature sheepskin lining and suede exterior.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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Lined with an ultra-soft, plush interior, these slip-ons will keep your feet warm and toasty all fall and winter long.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Nov. 2025
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Sharing this could save a trip, a holiday or at least someone’s sanity.—
The Kim Komando Show,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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While the benefit only applies to travel with that specific airline, this can easily save you $70 in fees per person per round-trip flight.—
Harlan Vaughn,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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Chipotle and Cava both reported weaker sales this fall, blaming a slowdown among younger diners who are packing lunches instead.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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The best types for fall feeding are those that have a lot of protein and fat packed inside of each bite.—
Chris McKeown,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Nov. 2025
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Ultimately, the location misstep isn’t the only issue the AFM has faced in recent years.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2025
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In a vacuum, the more-than-a-year-old misstep by unnamed producers would not cause the very top heads of the organization to roll.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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The human element, the essence of trust and compassion, is exactly where AI stumbles.—
Dr. Nicholas Cozzi,
Time,
10 Nov. 2025
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Another stumble, and the decision might make itself.—
D’Joumbarey Moreau,
Miami Herald,
5 Nov. 2025
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While those ships often have pools and spas, passengers won’t find the roller coasters, water slides and mini-golf courses common on larger vessels.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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The pants have an elastic waistband and close by a slide-in clasp and zipper.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Pratfall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pratfall. Accessed 19 Nov. 2025.
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