as in humorousness
the amusing quality or element in something
the hilariousness of the situation only struck us later, and we had a good laugh
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Noun
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There will be so much of it, after all, and many of the ads are likely to rely on similar elements, like celebrities and humor.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
7 Feb. 2025 -
Both options offer age-appropriate humor and engaging storylines.—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
7 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The big irony is that Thelwell has been afforded more power and responsibility in the decision-making process than any of his predecessors, largely due to the lack of money available to Everton and the takeover.—
Patrick Boyland,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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The irony is that even as the fans have grown more discontent, the team hasn’t.—
Rohan Nadkarni,
NBC News,
13 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The movie, which follows two cousins on a trip to their late grandmother’s hometown in Poland, recently tied with Deadpool & Wolverine for best comedy at the Critics Choice Awards.—
Zoe G. Phillips,
The Hollywood Reporter,
11 Feb. 2025
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In addition, Reiss executive produced the indie comedy Flock of Dudes with Kumail Nanjiani, Eric André, and Marc Maron.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Hilariousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hilariousness. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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