as in solemn
not joking or playful in mood or manner
the movie takes a very uncomic approach to underage drinking, finding nothing funny about drunken teens
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Common observances on Good Friday Good Friday is one of the most solemn days in the Christian calendar, observed by millions worldwide during the Easter season.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025 -
The moment was filled with conflicting emotions, a mix of gratitude and solemn reflection.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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She's alleged that his former company, streaming music service Tidal, owes her serious money, and that the mogul himself is trying to hurt her career.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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And automakers do need to make serious dents in their carbon footprints: BMW has to slash its carbon emissions from a 2019 level of 150 million tons down to 109 million tons in 2030.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
4 Aug. 2025
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But she and the remaining Storm family members are swept up into an inheritance game – her father’s last wish, organized by her father’s stern, handsome right-hand man.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
31 July 2025
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John Doman, a seasoned TV actor whose work has included guest arcs on ER and Oz, got his first long-term gig with his role as the stern Deputy Rawls on The Wire.—
Derek Lawrence,
EW.com,
29 July 2025
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“Uncomic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncomic. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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