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Recent Examples of pratfall
The tone becomes slapstick on a near operatic scale — no scene complete without a pratfall, no pratfall accented without the loudest sound effect possible.
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Ben Croll, IndieWire, 6 Sep. 2024
And almost everything the Saturday Night crowd did—satire, sketch humor, recurring characters, pratfalls, topical stuff, transgressive behavior, musical interludes, whatever—had been done often, and sometimes better, by someone who came before.
—Michael Cieply, Deadline, 4 Aug. 2024
With the World Cup two years away, U.S. soccer could not bear yet another international pratfall and another round of questions about the program’s future.
—Steven Goff, Washington Post, 27 July 2024
Escola’s acrobatic pratfalls and pitch-perfect timing remain unchanged from the show’s off-Broaday run, though the sets have been noticeably dolled up since the transfer.
—Christopher Barnard, Vogue, 12 July 2024
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Ben Croll, IndieWire, 6 Sep. 2024
And almost everything the Saturday Night crowd did—satire, sketch humor, recurring characters, pratfalls, topical stuff, transgressive behavior, musical interludes, whatever—had been done often, and sometimes better, by someone who came before.
—Michael Cieply, Deadline, 4 Aug. 2024
With the World Cup two years away, U.S. soccer could not bear yet another international pratfall and another round of questions about the program’s future.
—Steven Goff, Washington Post, 27 July 2024
Escola’s acrobatic pratfalls and pitch-perfect timing remain unchanged from the show’s off-Broaday run, though the sets have been noticeably dolled up since the transfer.
—Christopher Barnard, Vogue, 12 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pratfall
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Stay alert to your surroundings at all times, especially in high-risk environments and anticipate hazards like machinery malfunctions, spills or employee distractions.Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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The best way to keep them clean is to wipe up spills immediately after cooking, once the stove has cooled.Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2024
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But with a diving header in a 3-0 win over Gardner-Webb in DU’s NCAA opener and the Pioneers’ lone goal in a thrilling victory over No. 14 Indiana, Kelly broke new ground in DU history and became just the fourth Pio to score multiple career tournament goals.Braidon Nourse, The Denver Post, 6 Dec. 2024
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As the soccer world tries to reckon with growing evidence of headers creating both short-term and long-term cognitive issues and loss of brain function, research has been conducted on the efficacy of VR programs that replace real-world heading during practice and training sessions.Ben Dowsett, WIRED, 3 Dec. 2024
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On January 13, 2010, Vincent Hallman, an inmate, sought a signature for a cash slip required to send large legal mail, according to the report.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Chain Reaction first was revealed during the brand’s 2021 fashion show–now making its return this mini capsule is back with new styles: a relaxed pant, a button-up shirt, and the maxi slip.Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 9 Dec. 2024
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Writer/director Megan Park’s delightful coming-of-age comedy produced by Margot Robbie centered on a simple premise — 18-year-old Elliott (Maisy Stella) met her 39-year-old future self (Aubrey Plaza) during a ‘shroom trip, high jinks ensued — but the emotional payoff was anything but.EW Staff, EW.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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Jackie Harris from Illinois was on a trip in Index, Washington at the beginning of November with her husband and in-laws when the photo was taken.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Beginning next fall, schools can share up to $20 million in revenue directly with their own athletes each year.Nicole Auerbach, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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Key Facts Adobe’s shares traded below $480 as of around 10:40 a.m. EST, the lowest level for the stock since Nov. 5 and the largest fall since a 13.6% drop on March 15.Ty Roush, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Under mounting pressure, ethical missteps occurred.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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With the correct reaction, even a misstep can become a good branding opportunity and a way to reach out to a new demographic.Zaheer Dodhia, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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But the process wasn’t without stumbles, contradictions and head-scratching decisions.Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 10 Dec. 2024
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That leaves a two-loss SMU’s fate in the hands of the CFP selection committee, with many experts predicting a Mustangs’ stumble in the playoff bracket.Kevin Dotson, CNN, 8 Dec. 2024
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As a dancer, my old behind over the years has gone through the jitterbug, Philly Bop, the hucklebuck, twist, the Madison, mambo, mash potato, birdland, boogaloo, cha-cha, hully-gully, electric slide, Arch Social Strut, wobble, cupid shuffle, Jerusalema and tap.Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 13 Dec. 2024
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Those include the kid-friendly Family Beach, which features games like paddle ball and tug-of-war; the Ultimate Family Cabana, which has its own whirlpool, slide, and frozen drink machine; and the festive Party Cove, which features a DJ and VIP area.Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Pratfall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pratfall. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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