barker

Example Sentences

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McLuhan was seen as more of a carnival barker than a scholar, and people—clearly—didn’t heed his warnings about technology.

From Slate • Jul. 28, 2025

But just down the 5 Freeway in Anaheim, the home of Disney, the hottest ticket in baseball this weekend belongs to a stilted pitcher, juggling infielders and a yellow-suited, top hat-wearing carnival barker.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2025

Instead, this carnival barker has repackaged old hatreds from the past.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2024

Presiding over it all was Mr. Springer, who variously served as a referee, ringmaster, carnival barker and relationship counselor.

From Washington Post • Apr. 27, 2023

“Lookit this ’ere boy!” he shouted, like he was a barker at the county fair and me the prize pig.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns