Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for merry-andrew
Noun
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That comedy, about a father who becomes a serial killer that sucks victims into his rectum, also plumbed an unserious premise for droll laughs and modest surprises.—
J. Kim Murphy,
Variety,
18 Mar. 2025 -
It’s smartly written, festooned with quirky business, farcical situations, droll asides.—
Robert Lloyd,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
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His fans got nuzzles, licks and tail wags in return.—
Janice Neumann,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
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According to Sweetie Pet Products, the position, speed, and direction of a wag all contribute to a canine's overall body language.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
18 Mar. 2025
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Caro Stowell of Thomasville was dressed up like a clown.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
5 Apr. 2025
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The White Lotus isn’t the only piece of content that’s down to clown with sibling-on-sibling action!—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Once infused with the diabolical spirit, the guide is transformed into a buffoon, complete with a harlequin outfit—a mad joker and a dancing fool who does a little jig to the sound of a jazz trio.—
Richard Brody,
The New Yorker,
11 Mar. 2025
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Washington has become the court of Nero: an incendiary emperor, submissive courtiers, and a buffoon on ketamine tasked with purging the civil service.—
Claude Malhuret,
The Atlantic,
8 Mar. 2025
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Kathy Griffin says man is 'harassing' her with questions about Trump Kathy Griffin says ex Jack Black told her to dry off with bath mat towel This isn't the first health scare the comedian has faced in recent years.—
Lauren Huff,
EW.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The 31-year-old comedian has been linked to model Elsie Hewitt since last month when they were seen packing on the PDA on the beach during a getaway to Palm Beach.—
Julia Moore,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Once infused with the diabolical spirit, the guide is transformed into a buffoon, complete with a harlequin outfit—a mad joker and a dancing fool who does a little jig to the sound of a jazz trio.—
Richard Brody,
The New Yorker,
11 Mar. 2025
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These days, costumes range from fairy-tale characters, clowns and harlequins to Napoleonic soldiers and celebrities.—
Matt Ralphs,
Smithsonian Magazine,
10 Oct. 2024
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This year’s Critics Choice Awards will be hosted by comedienne/TV personality Chelsea Handler, TVLine has confirmed.—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
8 Jan. 2025
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The comedienne wore her brunette tresses in a braided half-updo, while her makeup consisted of a smokey eye, rosy blush and a glossy nude lip.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
3 Sep. 2019
Noun
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Abdul Wright was many things: a witty jokester and daredevil.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Mar. 2025
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Some people might bring nice presents, while jokesters may put far less valuable gifts in their boxes.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
3 Dec. 2024
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“Merry-andrew.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/merry-andrew. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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