punch line

Example Sentences

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Chinese culture may be of genuine interest to many users, but online, it’s destined to become an exotic punch line.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026

Now we’re in a comedy structure where it’s act out and mix up a set up, a punch line, etc.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2025

I’m a Jersey-born Muslim, same as Youssef, and I was wedged in Row N next to an auntie who looked primed to eye-roll any haram punch line.

From Slate • Jun. 30, 2025

Throughout my lunch with Tony P., I kept looking for the joke, the punch line.

From Slate • Dec. 17, 2024

Tess studied Genie’s face, waiting for the punch line that, after a moment, she realized wasn’t coming.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds