good humor
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of good humor
First recorded in 1610–20
Example Sentences
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“They bring good humor and good candy,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 23, 2026
But Goodall herself, like many scientists, was a “Far Side” fan and responded with good humor: “Wow! Fantastic! Real fame at last! Fancy being in a Gary Larson cartoon!”
From Salon ● Oct. 1, 2025
Hill responded in good humor on X: “Should’ve left it up @Colts , this was funny,” with a shrug emoji.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 15, 2025
Their final installment was all cheery good humor and self-congratulation.
From Slate ● May 9, 2025
Fishtail smiled in good humor, and made a gesture toward LaPautre that meant, “please, continue.”
From "The Birchbark House" by Louise Erdrich
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