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Rarepunchlines
The correct spelling is punchlines.
How to pronounce punchlines
noun
Say it like: Pun-chl-ine-s
The correct spelling is punchlines. The final part of a joke; the word, sentence, or exchange of sentences that is intended to be funny and provokes laughter from the listeners. For example: "That was quite a build-up for such a puny punch line."
Usage Examples
“That was quite a build-up for such a puny punch line.”
Definition
noun
- 1.The final part of a joke; the word, sentence, or exchange of sentences that is intended to be funny and provokes laughter from the listeners.
- 2.More generally, a final, concluding statement that an explanation has been leading up to.
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