wry

Example Sentences

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"Not good, man, not good," he replies with a wry smile.

From BBC

Ridley Scott’s 2015 adaptation of Weir’s novel “The Martian” proved the point by turning competence and problem-solving into a mainstream hit with a wry sense of humor.

From Los Angeles Times

Meryl Streep's wry wit as editor of fashion magazine Runway and Anne Hathaway's performance as Andy, the naive newcomer to the fashion world, made the original film a must-watch for millions.

From BBC

My first book stack started in 2020, a wry joke to demonstrate the extra time we could all devote to reading books during a pandemic.

From Los Angeles Times

This time, the pair travel through northern Europe in search of fine food, wry conversation and a glimpse of the elusive aurora borealis.

From BBC