wry

Example Sentences

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“We’re leaning towards entertainment,” Jacobs says, before a wry smile creeps onto his face.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

That battle of wills set the tone for a surprisingly combative hearing, which also featured some wry probing of a mysterious secret mission Mullin supposedly went on a decade ago.

From Slate • Mar. 21, 2026

“I am indeed a lucky guy,” Ford said, choking back tears before ending his speech with a wry, “This is very encouraging.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

Jayes is also on the parish council "for my sins", he says with a wry smile.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

“I didn’t know the leader of Amity would be so curt,” says Tori with a wry smile.

From "Insurgent" by Veronica Roth