clownery
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Origin of clownery
Example Sentences
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He, of course, is Napoleon Bonaparte, played by Joaquin Phoenix with a bicorn hat, a dyspeptic grimace and an unshakable air of post-“Joker,” post-“Beau Is Afraid” tragic clownery.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 22, 2023
The clownery that ensues around this plot point cannot be overstated.
From New York Times • Jun. 22, 2023
The wacky tune, which frequently accompanies the protagonist's ludicrous escapades, is now a stand-in soundtrack for clownery and tomfoolery.
From Salon • Jul. 7, 2022
Rich: People are down to clown and actively engaging in clownery for sure.
From Slate • Jul. 8, 2021
Nay, out of doubt he does well, for a gentleman to imitate: but I warrant you, he becomes his natural carriage of the gentleman, much better than his clownery.
From Every Man out of His Humour by Jonson, Ben
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