Benchley

[ bench-lee ]

noun

1. Robert (Charles), 1889–1945, U.S. humorist, drama critic, and actor.

Example Sentences

Uncivil Liberties By Calvin Trillin I spent my college years deep into the great humorists: Benchley, Perelman, Woody Allen.

From The Daily Beast

So I reckon well have to put our hands in our pockets and pay your bill, Mr. Benchley.

From Project Gutenberg

He called into consultation the learned Benchley and the astute Sanders and the soft and sly Lockyer junior.

From Project Gutenberg

When they get Benchley hot on the trail, they're going to cash in and start for the pen in short order.

From Project Gutenberg

I was just going to get some of the neighbors, and make the search myself when you hove in sight, Mr. Benchley.

From Project Gutenberg