humor
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“You reveled in his company. He filled you with energy and humor when you felt doubtful and weak,” said Anna Wintour, the global editorial director of Vogue and Conde Nast’s chief content officer.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
So leaning into drama enables you to lean into the hilarity or the quirkiness or awkwardness of humor.
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026
In a recent interview, the humor writer said he wears the garment onstage during his speaking tours and even while running errands, including a trip to the local UPS.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026
She delivers this line with both humor and a remarkably unassuming depth, a weight that suggests her character has far more on her mind than just shoplifting.
From Salon • May 22, 2026
He was becoming convivial and even made attempts at dry, almost British humor.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
Vocabulary lists containing humor
Journalism
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