humorous
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Over the past year, the “TACO” trade has evolved from just a humorous acronym, first popularized by a columnist with the Financial Times, into a major force in markets.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 17, 2026
In a survey of U.S. workers by the job-hunting platform Monster, 32% said their workplaces have gotten more serious in the past year; just 16% said offices have gotten more relaxed and humorous.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
Again, Atleti responded with humorous social media posts, denying any gratitude and remaining adamant that Alvarez would not be sold to Barcelona.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
It’s humorous in the moment, but it’s also a succinct, pointed metaphor for the rapid desensitization we’ve all experienced through the internet.
From Salon ● Aug. 24, 2026
I can usually see the humorous side of their scoldings, but it’s easier when somebody else is being raked over the coals.
From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank
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