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comic relief

The correct spelling is comic relief.

How to pronounce comic relief

noun

IPA: /ˈkɒmɪk ɹɪˈliːf/

Say it like: Com-ic -rel-eef

The correct spelling is comic relief. The inclusion of a humorous character or scene or witty dialogue in an otherwise serious work, often to relieve tension.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.The inclusion of a humorous character or scene or witty dialogue in an otherwise serious work, often to relieve tension.

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