blockhead

Example Sentences

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"Have fun in Charlotte, blockhead," he said before hanging up.

From Salon • Feb. 6, 2022

Peter Robbins, the former child actor who first put a voice to Charles Schultz’s lovable "blockhead" Charlie Brown has died, according to reports.

From Fox News • Jan. 26, 2022

Apologies if that unfortunate euphemism has ruined Claymation for you; I can be a real blockhead sometimes.

From Slate • Aug. 1, 2019

And sometimes it’s the blockhead at the back of the room who didn’t do the summer reading assignment and needs time before being ready to start doing homework again.

From New York Times • Oct. 1, 2017

“The old lady! No, the young lady, to be sure. I shall think you a great blockhead, Frank, if you bring the aunt without the niece.”

From "Emma" by Jane Austen