funny bone

Example Sentences

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When he tried to get out of bed, he tumbled right over and fell on his funny bone.

From Literature

“The real strength is this combination of virtual reality, some live action and animation. When it’s done well, it stretches the imagination and tickles the funny bone.”

From Los Angeles Times

You’d be forgiven for not really associating the “White Collar” and “Fellow Travelers” actor with having a funny bone, though.

From Los Angeles Times

As soon as he walks on, you laugh because he's got funny bones.

From BBC

Tug at the heartstrings or tickle the funny bone; have fun with wordplay or keep it straightforward.

From Seattle Times