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stand up

[stand-uhp] / ˈstændˌʌp /






















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During the day, he worked as a substitute teacher, and I worked at being a stand-up comedian in L.A., which, if you look closely enough, is not work at all.

From Los Angeles Times

She and her collaborators landed on Whitehall, a British stand-up comedian who has had stints in blockbusters like 2021’s “Jungle Cruise.”

From Los Angeles Times

Barabak: The criticism of this collective field is that it’s terminally boring, as if we’re looking to elect a stand-up comic, a chanteuse or a juggler.

From Los Angeles Times

The British Whitehall, primarily known as a stand-up comedian, panel show guest and presenter, makes a fine romantic lead.

From Los Angeles Times

Born in Glasgow, Dean's stand-up credits include appearances on Live at the Apollo and The Royal Variety Performance 2024.

From BBC