straight face

Example Sentences

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Gaffigan is serious enough about his pursuit to say “my whiskey journey” several times in conversation with a straight face and no air quotes.

From The Wall Street Journal

Hern has never tried to hide his disdain for his ideological enemies and often makes them the butts of his jokes, delivered with a straight face.

From Los Angeles Times

No first-year law student could write this stuff with a straight face.

From Washington Post

"He’s got that straight face, but his skill set is diverse and versatile. Evan has earned our trust because of how quickly he’s picked things up."

From Fox News

These objects were presented with a straight face, but some wondered whether they might be a joke.

From New York Times