parodic

Example Sentences

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The company claimed it depicted a deliberately implausible, parodic scenario that bore no resemblance to real airport security procedures.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

One might think it parodic if it hadn’t been established that this is the dream in which Jessica lives; anything less would be unkind.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 10, 2025

They even called themselves the “cabal,” in what seemed a parodic tribute to Strauss’ clique of wise men.

From Salon • Sep. 7, 2024

Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit reversed, saying the lower court did not take into account the parodic nature of the product.

From Washington Post • Mar. 22, 2023

The Harlot's Progress and The Rake's Progress are alike interesting for the parodic ballad opera pattern of setting new words to familiar tunes.

From The Harlot's Progress, The Rake's Progress (MS., CA. 1778-1780) by Anonymous