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Noun
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Cecilia, or, Memoirs of an Heiress brims with irony, withering dialogue, psychosocial revelation and astute moral inquiry.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Mar. 2026 -
Yee is Chinese American and his manifest aesthetic to date in Chicago theater has been a boundary-crossing fusion of Chinese mythology, family storytelling and rock ‘n’ roll, all glued together with gobs of contemporary irony.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Outside of moments like this, however, such playful absurdity is often absent.—
Emma Madden,
Pitchfork,
13 Mar. 2026
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This is not Margot Robbie eating a giant strawberry in Wuthering Heights, a choice that aims for delightful absurdity but ultimately feels mannered.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
12 Mar. 2026
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That person — a sunny, daffy, confection of trashy Southern ridiculousness — is just not a mean person.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
14 Mar. 2026
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Devoted fans will catch every clever nod, while newcomers can enjoy the romance, rivalry, and Regency ridiculousness without the multi-volume commitment.—
Cincinnati Enquirer,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Mar. 2026
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The fan’s commitment to his word drew reactions ranging from admiration to amusement.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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His role is pivotal as a heroic and charismatic young man who inspires his friends to use their powers for more than just their own amusement.—
Ken Simmons,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Mar. 2026
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Well, the Premier League table is definitely worth looking at, if only to marvel at its ludicrousness.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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My in-destination partners are equipped to handle any unexpected challenges swiftly, maintaining the quality and enjoyment of your travel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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And the enjoyment of the water.—
Nathan Rott,
NPR,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Laughableness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laughableness. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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