sense of humor

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sense of humor - the trait of appreciating (and being able to express) the humorous; "she didn't appreciate my humor"; "you can't survive in the army without a sense of humor"

sense of humour, humor, humour

playfulness, fun - a disposition to find (or make) causes for amusement; "her playfulness surprised me"; "he was fun to be with"

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This fact, and the similar occurrence during my first talk with Tars Tarkas, convinced me that we had at least something in common; the ability to smile, therefore to laugh; denoting a sense of humor.

A Princess of Mars by Burroughs, Edgar Rice View in context

Gaynsforth, although he was an Englishman and young, showed himself to be possessed of a sense of humor.

The Illustrious Prince by Oppenheim, E. Phillips View in context

Conscious of having honestly presented himself at the inn in Anne's interests, as well as in the interests of the ladies at Windygates, it appealed to his sense of humor to find himself kept at arm's-length by the very woman whom he had come to benefit.

Man And Wife by Collins, Wilkie View in context

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