play on words
Example Sentences
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"Global Warning", a play on words about global warming, is divided into five sections spanning Parr's interests in leisure, consumption, tourism, animals, and technology.
From Barron's ● Jan. 30, 2026
She also posted a close-up image of a dog whose collar is emblazoned with the album title, highlighting the cheeky play on words.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2025
“The main baddies in the game were Kremlings,” Wise said, pointing out a play on words that, it is safe to say, went over the head of most 10-year-olds.
From New York Times ● Nov. 19, 2024
With such past stunts in mind, some Saints fans defended the name as a play on words and nothing more.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 29, 2024
The play on words here depends on ‘fact’ being both a synonym for ‘deed’ and ‘act’ but also a word used specifically for unlawful deeds and acts.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
