as in comic
a person (as a writer) noted for or specializing in humor
struggled to eke out a living as a comedian in nightclubs
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Recent Examples of comedian
In a previous attempt to lose weight, the comedian experienced debilitating side effects while using Ozempic for weight-loss purposes.
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Tracy Wright, Fox News, 24 Mar. 2025
Former Bachelorette Katie Thurston and comedian Jeff Arcuri quietly tied the knot following her breast cancer diagnosis.
—Meredith Nardino, Miami Herald, 24 Mar. 2025
This includes one popular actor and comedian who made a definitive declaration in the current pro wrestling wars.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 23 Mar. 2025
Over 20 tracks Burnham (who was already a successful comedian and filmmaker prior to this Netflix special, though entirely unknown to me) captures the experience of living through the pandemic in a way that felt both blisteringly funny and devastatingly honest.
—Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025
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Tracy Wright, Fox News, 24 Mar. 2025
Former Bachelorette Katie Thurston and comedian Jeff Arcuri quietly tied the knot following her breast cancer diagnosis.
—Meredith Nardino, Miami Herald, 24 Mar. 2025
This includes one popular actor and comedian who made a definitive declaration in the current pro wrestling wars.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 23 Mar. 2025
Over 20 tracks Burnham (who was already a successful comedian and filmmaker prior to this Netflix special, though entirely unknown to me) captures the experience of living through the pandemic in a way that felt both blisteringly funny and devastatingly honest.
—Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comedian
Noun
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That comic would serve as the source material for Revelations.—
Kayti Burt,
TIME,
20 Mar. 2025
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This is the story of Superman: one of the most recognizable characters in history, who first reached audiences in the pages of Action Comics in 1938 – what many fans consider the most important single comic in history.—
Miriam Eve Mora,
The Conversation,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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There is also the question of spoofing, a joker in the pack.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Once infused with the diabolical spirit, the guide is transformed into a buffoon, complete with a harlequin outfit—a mad joker and a dancing fool who does a little jig to the sound of a jazz trio.—
Richard Brody,
The New Yorker,
11 Mar. 2025
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The supergroup of sorts counts among its members such literary luminaries as Stephen King, Mitch Albom and Hiaasen’s friend and former Herald humorist, Dave Barry.—
Greg Carannante,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Mar. 2025
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Born in London in 1882, Milne was a prolific humorist, editor, essayist and playwright.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 Jan. 2025
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At the time, the Great Depression wore heavily on Americans, and Shirley Temple’s effervescence, wit, and perpetually bright demeanor seemed to give the country hope amid dark days.—
Michelle Duncan,
Architectural Digest,
28 Mar. 2025
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Though Bell did not prevail over her opponents, Jeopardy fans have taken to social media to share their memories of her sharp wit and memorable answers during her appearance on the show.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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The funnymen revealed the Dec. 25, 2025 release date (and showed off their chemistry) in a promo clip uploaded Friday morning.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
20 Dec. 2024
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Yes, late-night funnyman Stephen Colbert and his wife Edie have just released a new cookbook.—
Randy McMullen,
The Mercury News,
17 Oct. 2024
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Parsons called him a jealous clown, in so many words.—
Troy Renck,
The Denver Post,
15 Mar. 2025
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Who was the biggest Death of a Unicorn class clown?—
Jack Smart,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Comedian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comedian. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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