Benchley
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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“The coral reefs are in terrible trouble,” Benchley said.
From Washington Post
And with the exception of that expurgated Benchley quote, its advertising eschewed pull quotes, focusing instead on the show’s popularity: “Hundreds have seen ‘Abie’ three times or more.
From New York Times
He appeared in the film alongside humorist Robert Benchley, whom he credited with teaching him a naturalistic style of acting.
From Washington Post
Robert Benchley defined opera as “where a guy gets stabbed in the back, and instead of bleeding, he sings.”
From Washington Post
The same could be said for the wits and humorists that preceded him, such as Dorothy Parker, Robert Benchley and Ring Lardner.
From Washington Post
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