unfunny
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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The viewer has reckoned with their unease by finding humor in an otherwise unfunny topic.
From Salon ● Apr. 9, 2026
The comedic writer went through a series of unfunny life events, including a breakup and failed writing projects.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 3, 2026
There was even harsher critique from Baz Bamigboye in Deadline, describing it as "beyond seriously unfunny" and lamenting that he didn't laugh once.
From BBC ● Mar. 22, 2026
And he’s had way too much power for any one unfunny person to have.
From Slate ● Jun. 7, 2025
I wanted something unfunny, something that would freak people out.
From "Linked" by Gordon Korman
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