Joe Miller
Americannoun
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a book of jokes.
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an old, familiar joke; chestnut.
Etymology
Origin of Joe Miller
First recorded in 1780–90; after Joe Miller's Jestbook (1739) by John Mottley
Example Sentences
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Rhodes was called by Eastman’s attorney, Joe Miller, to testify on Eastman’s behalf.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 3, 2023
The GMB previously said it would not take part in further talks with the council until Tory councillor Joe Miller apologised for comparing the union's actions to those of terrorists.
From BBC ● Oct. 15, 2021
In grad school, my mentor, the late, great Joe Miller, used to say that any really good title had to work on multiple levels.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2021
Many lawmakers and Statehouse workers contracted the virus, including state Rep. Joe Miller, D-Amherst.
From Washington Times ● Mar. 29, 2021
Characters sparkling with humor, such as was never attributed to any storied Joe Miller, abound in every camp.
From Red-Tape and Pigeon-Hole Generals As Seen From the Ranks During a Campaign in the Army of the Potomac by Armstrong, William H.
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