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hilarious

[hi-lair-ee-uhs, -lar-, hahy-] / hɪˈlɛər i əs, -ˈlær-, haɪ- /


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It is hilarious and tragic and ultimately unforgivable, all at the same time.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

But Hall and Faris, now playing the dotty mothers of the next generation of victims, are hilarious, romping about like their Brenda and Cindy have clearly been knocked on the head too often.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Nick Hornby’s memoir is also a hilarious social history of Britain from the 1960s to the ’80s.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

"It's a lot of risk for something you can buy down the shops for not much money - and that's hilarious," says Alsop.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

“She’s hilarious, your grandma. She likes Mr. Ram and doesn’t hide it.”

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali




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